Millions Face SNAP Cuts Amid US Government Shutdown

As the federal government shutdown threatens to halt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits starting November 1, multiple states and local leaders are taking emergency measures to support vulnerable populations. Georgia officials highlight the state's financial readiness to temporarily bridge SNAP funding gaps, mirroring steps already taken by Virginia. In Minnesota, despite the shutdown, community efforts are mobilizing to aid families facing hunger, with legal rulings requiring the Trump administration to use contingency funds to continue SNAP aid. In the Washington, D.C. area, local governments, including Maryland and Virginia, have allocated emergency funds to maintain food assistance during the federal lapse. New York officials and community groups are demanding Congress and the Trump administration reopen the government to restore SNAP funding, emphasizing the critical impact on millions of low-income Americans. Across the country, mayors and community organizations are calling on residents to support food banks and charities to mitigate the consequences of disrupted federal support.