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Trump Ends Shutdown, Restores SNAP Benefits for Millions

11/14/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the government shutdown, prompting the Agriculture Department to restore full November SNAP allotments.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins said most beneficiaries should see assistance by Monday as benefits restart nationwide.
During the shutdown, legal battles created a patchwork SNAP system, with states issuing full benefits or partial/suspended payments.
Approximately 3.8 million households remain missing November deposits.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. government shutdown of 2018-2019 lasted 35 days, marking the longest in history at that time. It stemmed from a dispute over funding for a border wall, affecting 800,000 federal workers and delaying SNAP benefits for 3.8 million households. This shutdown echoed the 1995-1996 shutdown, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in federal funding and social safety nets.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump signed legislation ending the government shutdown, prompting the Agriculture Department to restore full November SNAP allotments.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins said most beneficiaries should see assistance by Monday as benefits restart nationwide.
During the shutdown, legal battles created a patchwork SNAP system, with states issuing full benefits or partial/suspended payments.
Approximately 3.8 million households remain missing November deposits.

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