Trump Seeks Court Approval to Continue SNAP Funding Amid Government Shutdown
Former President Donald Trump has instructed his legal team to seek court approval to continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), aiming to prevent a nationwide food aid crisis. This move comes as the ongoing government shutdown threatens benefits for millions of Americans.
Nearly 42 million low-income Americans rely on SNAP, which costs roughly $8 billion per month. Federal judges have ordered the administration to use emergency congressional funds to provide November benefits and to identify other possible funding sources.
The Department of Agriculture had previously announced that SNAP payments would be suspended, attributing the delay to congressional Democrats. Trump’s legal action marks a notable shift in strategy, attempting to navigate around the political stalemate.
The funding request underscores the deep uncertainty created by the shutdown, with both parties blaming each other while millions of vulnerable families face potential hardship. Courts’ involvement adds a new legal dimension to the standoff, with immediate consequences for national food security.
State agencies and advocacy groups are closely monitoring the situation, as the court’s decision will determine whether SNAP benefits continue and how the ongoing political impasse affects millions of Americans.
