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Massachusetts Stands Firm on SNAP Benefits Amid Trump’s Directive

11/10/2025

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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that the state will not retract SNAP benefits in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's directive for states to reverse funding.
The decision follows a Supreme Court stay on full payments that has left many residents confused.
Healey said SNAP recipients should continue using their benefits.
Open Door Pantry served 1,400 families recently.
Attorney General Andrea Campbell criticized the federal government's actions as political maneuvering.

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Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that the state will not retract SNAP benefits in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's directive for states to reverse funding.
The decision follows a Supreme Court stay on full payments that has left many residents confused.
Healey said SNAP recipients should continue using their benefits.
Open Door Pantry served 1,400 families recently.
Attorney General Andrea Campbell criticized the federal government's actions as political maneuvering.