Summary
The Trump administration is appealing a court decision that requires the federal government to pay November SNAP benefits in full. SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, provides food aid to around 42 million Americans. The administration argues that courts lack the power to make spending decisions.
Key Facts
- The Trump administration is trying to stop a judge's ruling on SNAP payments.
- SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
- Around 42 million Americans rely on SNAP for food and essentials.
- A U.S. District Court judge ordered full payment of SNAP benefits to be made by a specified deadline.
- The administration contends that courts should not control government spending.
- President Trump's administration is handling this appeal during a government shutdown.
- The court decision mentioned previous orders for SNAP payments during the shutdown.
