USDA Officials Criticize SNAP Funding Amid Shutdown Concerns
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USDA has refused to use a $5 billion emergency fund for SNAP benefits, leading to legal challenges and political debate, with some officials suggesting reallocating funds or reopening the government as solutions.
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