Scarlett Johansson, Celebrities Urge Congress to Protect SNAP, Medicaid Amid Major Cuts

Scarlett Johansson has joined over 30 celebrities in signing an open letter to Congress urging lawmakers to reject proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid in President Donald Trump's budget plan. The letter, coordinated with Feeding America, highlights that 15.5 million children and 7.2 million seniors depend on these programs for nutrition and healthcare, and warns that the spending bill would enact some of the largest cuts in U.S. history, risking food insecurity for hundreds of thousands of Americans. Johansson, who grew up relying on free school meals provided by public assistance, has expressed personal gratitude for these programs and emphasized their vital role in enabling children to thrive and pursue opportunities such as arts and education. The letter appeals to Congress to treat vulnerable communities with compassion and ensure that essential supports remain intact to help these populations live with dignity. Alongside Johansson, signatories include notable actors and musicians like Matt Damon, Kristin Chenoweth, and Don Johnson, uniting Hollywood voices to influence federal budget decisions affecting millions of Americans.