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Supreme Court Pauses SNAP Funding Amid Ongoing Shutdown

11/8/2025

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A U.S. Supreme Court justice temporarily paused a lower court ruling that would require U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to fully fund SNAP for November.
Governor Josh Shapiro criticized the administration for appealing the ruling, saying it keeps people hungry.
SNAP benefits began to be issued in Pennsylvania and neighboring states despite the dispute.
The government shutdown continues, impacting many families reliant on SNAP.

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A U.S. Supreme Court justice temporarily paused a lower court ruling that would require U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to fully fund SNAP for November.
Governor Josh Shapiro criticized the administration for appealing the ruling, saying it keeps people hungry.
SNAP benefits began to be issued in Pennsylvania and neighboring states despite the dispute.
The government shutdown continues, impacting many families reliant on SNAP.