Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Blocking Food Stamps

Judge Blocks Trump Administration From Blocking Food Stamps

Trump Can’t Stop SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown, Judge Rules

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Topline

A federal judge ruled Friday the Trump administration cannot stop food stamp benefits despite the ongoing government shutdown, according to multiple outlets, making his ruling a day before the benefits are slated to expire.

The ruling was made Friday afternoon.

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Key Facts

Rhode Island District Judge John McConnell blocked the suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which is used by about 42 million Americans.

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