Trump administration to partially fund SNAP after federal judge's order

Government Shutdown Impact - The Trump administration partially funded SNAP food assistance due to a federal judge's order, covering about half of each eligible household's benefits for the month [1][2] - A prolonged government shutdown could lead to increased reliance on food banks, affecting both SNAP recipients and furloughed federal workers [4] - Restaurants, such as 300 Carl's Jr locations in California, offered $1 meals to affected federal workers, military members, and SNAP recipients [3] - State governments are attempting to fill the gap left by the federal government, but these resources may be limited [6] Economic Hardship - High food prices and reduced work hours are making life difficult for many, increasing the need for food assistance programs [5] - Uncertainty surrounding the shutdown is a significant problem for people across the country [7] Political Implications - Democrats are criticizing President Trump and calling for negotiations around healthcare, including the Affordable Care Act [7][8] - The Virginia election results could send a message regarding the shutdown, as it has impacted millions of federal workers and transit projects [9][10][11]