RSMS Hour 1 | $10 Billion in social services money on hold in Democratic run states
RSMS Hour 1 | $10 Billion in social services money on hold in Democratic run states  
Podcast: Rickey Smiley Morning Show Podcast
Published On: Wed Jan 07 2026
Description: This episode kicks off with the federal government freezing $10 billion in social service funds—including child care and TANF grants—to five Democratic-led states (California, New York, Illinois, Minnesota, and Colorado) over alleged misuse and fraud. Officials cite systemic misuse and say the freeze ensures proper spending, while critics call it political retribution and warn it risks undermining supports for low-income families in these states. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.