Rep. Randy Fine called SNAP recipients "entitled" and pushed to block non-citizens from welfare, as shutdown disrupts food aid.

Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) criticized SNAP recipients on November 2, 2025, calling them "entitled" and asserting no one is inherently owed food aid, as the government shutdown leaves millions without assistance. He argued that immigrants, including legal residents, should be self-reliant and vowed to introduce legislation barring non-citizens from welfare programs. Fine claimed recipients should express gratitude and that welfare fosters dependency, despite federal law already limiting most benefits to citizens. His comments come amid ongoing disruptions to SNAP, though emergency funds could restore the program.