On October 29th, half of the US states and the District of Columbia sued the Trump administration over the suspension of food stamp benefits during the government shutdown. With millions relying on SNAP, states like California, New York, and Pennsylvania are seeking a federal judge's intervention to ensure SNAP benefits continue in November. The administration argues they can't keep food aid going without new funding, but states claim the Department of Agriculture has contingency funds available. The looming cut to food stamps, which one in eight Americans rely on, could lead to increased hunger and strain on public health and local economies. Lawmakers from both parties are working to keep SNAP funded, while states prepare backup plans to help families.

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