Summary
The government shutdown is affecting families who depend on SNAP, a program that helps pay for food. The Trump administration is involved in a court case to resume these payments quickly.
Key Facts
- The U.S. government is undergoing a shutdown.
- SNAP stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which helps families buy food.
- The Trump administration is working on a court order about SNAP payments.
- Eric Mitchell is the president of the Alliance to End Hunger, an organization concerned about food access.
- There is an urgent need to resume food aid for families who depend on SNAP.
- The court is involved to address the issue of payment delays.
