Reported about 10 hours ago
Two federal judges decided that the Trump administration's pause on food-aid benefits during the government shutdown is likely illegal, ordering the use of contingency funds to ensure the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains operational. With over 42 million Americans relying on SNAP, the judges highlighted the immediate need for benefits amid growing food insecurity, urging officials to consider alternative funding to maintain support while Congress works on a budget deal.
Source: YAHOO