The Affordable Connectivity Program, a federal initiative aimed at helping low-income Americans access the internet, has officially come to a close. The program, which provided monthly credits to eligible households to offset internet costs, was widely popular and served as a crucial lifeline for tens of millions of individuals across the country.
Despite calls for additional funding from consumer advocates and Democratic lawmakers, the program faced its demise after Republicans in Congress failed to approve more funding earlier this year. As a result, nearly 60 million Americans are now at risk of financial distress due to the program's closure.
