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Judge Orders Full SNAP Payments to 42 Million Recipients

11/2/2025

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Judge John J. McConnell ordered the Trump administration to make SNAP payments in full by Monday or in partial form by Wednesday.
The ruling aims to prevent hardship for 42 million SNAP recipients.
The judge urged use of emergency reserve funds and tariff revenue to speed payments.
The Justice Department said it is weighing emergency relief but offered no public comment.

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Judge John J. McConnell ordered the Trump administration to make SNAP payments in full by Monday or in partial form by Wednesday.
The ruling aims to prevent hardship for 42 million SNAP recipients.
The judge urged use of emergency reserve funds and tariff revenue to speed payments.
The Justice Department said it is weighing emergency relief but offered no public comment.