A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to continue funding Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November, amidst a government shutdown. Initially, President Donald Trump had suggested that food aid might not be provided until the shutdown ended. Federal Judge McConnell Jr. of Rhode Island issued the order, emphasizing the potential for 16 million children to face immediate hunger. SNAP provides assistance to a total of 42 million Americans. Following the judge's mandate, the Trump administration filed a motion to appeal the decision. The situation has prompted community efforts, including large-scale food distribution events, observed on November 5, 2025, in locations such as the City of Industry, California, to address benefit delays.
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