States and Communities Rally to Protect SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown

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Oregon and Washington are suing the Trump administration to force the continuation of SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, arguing that the USDA has the legal authority and funds to keep the program running, and warning that millions, including over 750,000 Oregonians, could lose food assistance if the shutdown persists.
- Oregon, Washington sue Trump administration to fund SNAP during shutdown Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
- ‘I have to get what I need right now’: Americans prepare for expiry of critical Snap food benefits BBC
- Boston businesses, farmers markets mobilize as SNAP set to end Axios
- Dozens of States Sue Trump Administration Over SNAP Funding During Shutdown The New York Times
- Barstow police to step up patrols at grocery stores with millions set to lose SNAP benefits ABC7 Los Angeles
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