The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that federal food aid through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will not be issued on November 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown, affecting millions of Americans. While Democrats have requested the use of contingency funds to cover benefits, the USDA stated these funds cannot be allocated for regular benefits, raising concerns among states and lawmakers about the impact on vulnerable families.
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