Summary
A U.S. judge has ordered President Trump's administration to fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, despite the ongoing government shutdown. The judge accused the administration of delaying aid for political reasons, which affected millions of low-income Americans. The administration is required to pay full benefits immediately.
Key Facts
- A U.S. judge ordered full funding of SNAP benefits despite the government shutdown.
- The judge criticized President Trump for planning to delay benefits until the shutdown ends.
- SNAP, known as food stamps, helps 42 million low-income Americans buy groceries.
- The government shutdown is the longest in U.S. history, halting many federal services.
- The administration initially planned only partial payments of 65% this month.
- Federal judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island ruled for emergency funds to be used.
- On average, a family of four receives about $715 monthly in SNAP benefits, to buy food.
- Local governments and charities are stepped in to help with food assistance during the funding delay.
