A federal judge ordered that the Trump administration fully fund SNAP. That's the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It's a food assistance program that 42 million Americans rely on to feed their families. The Trump administration had previously agreed to fund 50% and then 65% of the program, which has been without funding as a result of the government shutdown. This afternoon, the judge, Judge John McConnell, called the harm done by the shutdown irreparable, saying this quote, "Last weekend, SNAP b ...

Government Shutdown Impact on Air Travel - The Trump administration warns of potential "mass chaos," "mass flight delays," and "mass cancellations" in air travel if the government shutdown continues into next week [1][2] - The Department of Transportation reports that 46% of air traffic delays on Monday were due to staffing issues, significantly higher than the typical 5% before the shutdown [2] - Potential closure of certain parts of the airspace may occur due to insufficient air traffic controllers [2] Impact on Federal Employees and Food Assistance - Federal employees are facing financial difficulties, resorting to food banks due to unpaid work [3] - Despite a court ruling, President Trump indicates that SNAP benefits will be contingent on Democrats reopening the government [4] - The USDA is sending guidance to states regarding future SNAP payments, complying with the court's order [4] Political Developments - Bipartisan talks are ongoing in Capitol Hill, with some senators predicting a potential end to the shutdown this week [5] - The President is inviting Republican senators to the White House for breakfast [5]

Government Shutdown & SNAP Funding - President Trump stated on Truth Social that he would fund the SNAP food assistance program, which supports 42 million Americans, only after Democrats reopen the government [1] - A judge has issued an order regarding the funding of SNAP benefits, and the USDA was directed to either fully fund SNAP by a specific date or partially fund it by another [2] - The Trump administration officials indicated that it could take weeks or months to distribute the SNAP money, citing logistical challenges [3] - Plaintiffs in lawsuits have alleged that the USDA has not complied with the judge's order regarding SNAP funding [2][4] Legal & Political Implications - The President's statement on SNAP funding coincides with election day [5] - The legal debate centers on whether the government can delay SNAP payments due to logistical issues related to the government shutdown [4] - The judge's order was unambiguous, requiring full or partial payment of SNAP benefits by specific deadlines [4]

We continue to follow breaking news and the future of SNAP food benefits. Funding for the food assistance program is set to expire tomorrow because of the government shutdown, but now a federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must continue to fund the program. There's been a lot of confusion and concern for people who rely on these benefits. ...

Welcome back to the exchange. This is day 31 of the government shutdown. Things are about to get very real for 42 million Americans relying on the food benefits called SNAP.Emily Wilkins is live in Washington DC with the very latest. Emily, bring us up to speed. >> Hey Contessa.Well, look, the Trump administration has said that the food assistance program that, as you mentioned, happens helps 42 million Americans is going to run dry tomorrow. And while some states are trying to keep the program going, this ...

Welcome back. The government shutdown now in its 31st day and millions of Americans are set to lose SNAP benefits tomorrow. That's a supplemental nutrition assistance program.Our Emily Wilkins has the details. Hi Emily. Hey Courtney.Well, yeah, 42 million Americans currently get benefits through SNAP and depending on what state they're in, they could all completely go away tomorrow. Some states say they could hold on for a bit. But what's really interesting here is that from everything we've seen for the sh ...