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Trump Administration Denies SNAP Funds Amid Shutdown Crisis

11/5/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration declined to use contingency funds to maintain food assistance during the shutdown, citing lack of legal options.
Legal experts and past actions suggest they could have continued SNAP funding for 42 million Americans.
The incident illustrates "violent innocence," a term for institutions that deny their role while presenting a façade of helplessness.
Therapist Alexandra Cromer says this mindset hinders accountability and urges feedback to prevent harm.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration declined to use contingency funds to maintain food assistance during the shutdown, citing lack of legal options.
Legal experts and past actions suggest they could have continued SNAP funding for 42 million Americans.
The incident illustrates "violent innocence," a term for institutions that deny their role while presenting a façade of helplessness.
Therapist Alexandra Cromer says this mindset hinders accountability and urges feedback to prevent harm.