DIThe Distraction Index

#work_requirements

3 events across 2 weeks

1Damage
1Hype
1Noise
17.9Avg Dmg
18.3Avg Hype
WEEK 85Aug 9 – 15
NOISE2026-08-08
SNAP Benefits Termination in Maryland with Job Resource Linking
Policy Changesingle state · moderate
Damage
2.7
Hype
8.3
WEEK 21May 18 – 24
HYPE2025-05-23
House Passes Major Budget/Legislative Bill Under Speaker Johnson
Policy Changefederal · broad
Damage
21.3
Hype
30.6
DMG2025-05-23
Work Requirements Included in Budget Bill for Medicaid and Food Assistance
Policy Changefederal · broad
Damage
29.8
Hype
16.0