In a significant ruling, a federal judge has halted the Trump administration’s efforts to suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for millions of Americans amid the ongoing government shutdown. The decision comes after a group of U.S. cities, nonprofit organizations, and a trade union challenged the Department of Agriculture’s move to halt food aid benefits, known as Snap or food stamps, scheduled to take effect on Saturday.
Judge John McConnell, a U.S. district judge in Providence, issued a temporary restraining order, arguing that the suspension of SNAP benefits was unlawful. This ruling provides relief to vulnerable individuals and families who heavily rely on these benefits to put food on the table.
The Trump administration’s attempt to suspend SNAP benefits has faced intense scrutiny and legal challenges. While the administration argued that it lacked the necessary funding to continue the program during the government shutdown, critics contended that such a move would exacerbate food insecurity and harm those most in need.
Additionally, Judge Indira Talwani has given the Trump administration until Monday to devise a plan for ensuring the continuation of SNAP benefits. This decision acknowledges the urgency of the situation and the dire consequences that could arise if millions of people are left without assistance.
The ruling underscores the importance of safeguarding essential social safety net programs, especially during times of crisis. SNAP plays a crucial role in combating hunger and poverty, providing vital support to low-income individuals and families across the country.
As the legal battle over SNAP benefits continues, it remains crucial to prioritize the well-being of vulnerable populations and ensure that they have access to the resources they need to survive. The outcome of this case will have far-reaching implications for the millions of Americans who rely on SNAP to meet their basic needs.
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1. ProPublica: [Details of DHS Agreement Reveal Risks of Trump Administration’s Use of Social Security Data for Voter Citizenship Checks](https://www.propublica.org/article/dhs-social-security-data-voter-citizenship-trump)
2. PBS: [Judge questions the Trump administration’s plan to suspend SNAP benefits for millions](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMivwFBVV95cUxNcVI1OGhVRXVQQ3FJQzZwWm1NaFQ4MzcxUnR5Nk9OV0NzVUJnQUFSeXEya0dzT3hQTVBZUzlBTzQ4VjUtNTQ4SVJHLVRlc0RrSjJfXzFzek03VHlhcFV6X0o4eDBZejU2S1NGOW1QVGt2a0VtTWJ2MV80Y1YyV19NWmdNMndBRE05clNVNEJvcDhyV2xGazhfMWp4MjBYTHF4SFpTRFlNZExKY1NiZV9OR1JEQ3JZNUNyMmU5Q3MwQQ?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en)
3. ABC News: [Judge rules Trump’s attempt to suspend SNAP funding is unlawful](https://abcnews.go.com/US/judge-rules-trumps-attempt-suspend-snap-funding-unlawful/story?id=127069497)
4. The Guardian: [Trump administration blocked from suspending Snap benefits for millions of Americans](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/oct/31/judge-blocks-trump-snap-suspension)
5. NPR: [Judge gives Trump administration until Monday to have a plan for SNAP benefits](https://www.npr.org/2025/10/31/nx-s1-5592366/snap-food-benefits-judge-trump-administration-usda-wic)
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