Trump Administration's Stance on SNAP Benefits Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

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Trump Administration's Stance on SNAP Benefits Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

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Trump Administration's Stance on SNAP Benefits Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

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Trump states SNAP benefits will only be disbursed after the government reopens.
Federal court orders require partial benefit payments despite the shutdown.
USDA plans to tap into contingency funds to provide half of the usual benefits for November.
The government shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history, affecting millions.
Confusion arises as Trump's statements appear to conflict with USDA's plans.

The Trump administration has announced it will only provide payments for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) once the ongoing government shutdown is resolved. In a post on Truth Social, Trump insisted, “SNAP benefits will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before!” This statement came amidst a 35-day shutdown that has significantly impacted food assistance for nearly 7 million low-income Americans according to Reuters and Al Jazeera.

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