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How hunger relief groups say you can help feed your neighbors if the shutdown pauses food aid

Many people might be wondering how they can help their neighbors put food on the table with federal food aid set to be frozen on Nov. 1

The Independent UK

Federal judge directs USDA to pay November food stamp benefits - Roll Call

A federal judge granted a temporary restraining order Friday that would compel the government to distribute food stamp benefits for November.

Roll Call

Air traffic controllers now working for food as shutdown stops paychecks and airlines like United and Delta serve them meals

Federal aviation workers missed their first paycheck this week as the government shutdown steers toward the longest-ever in U.S. history.

The Independent UK

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Which states are declaring emergencies over SNAP funding

Several states have said that they can't use their own emergency funds without a guarantee of reimbursement.

Axios

‘Stop smoking crack’: House Republican inflames shutdown crisis as SNAP food stamp benefits run out for 40 million Americans

The Department of Agriculture has said it doesn’t have the $8 billion needed to fund SNAP in November

The Independent UK

Judges could rule on the fate of SNAP food aid as deadline nears for shutdown to end payments

Two federal judges could rule on whether the federal government must continue replenishing SNAP food aid benefits during the shutdown

The Independent UK

November SNAP benefits are on hold but grocers, apps are filling food gap

Businesses and nonprofits are launching emergency programs to keep food on America's tables as federal aid stops.

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SNAP recipients can get 50% off groceries ahead of benefits pause as Instacart and DoorDash offer discounts

Instacart is one of several big companies reacting to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s plan to freeze SNAP payments

The Independent UK

I Asked ChatGPT What To Do if My SNAP Benefits Stop: Here Are 4 Strategies

Editor's Note: This article was updated Friday, Oct. 31 at 2:45 p.m. ET to reflect new updates to benefit payments. As of Friday, Oct. 31, the New York Times reported a Rhode Island judge has ordered...

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Walmart Refutes TikTok Claims That Stores Will Shut Down on November 1

Walmart denies viral TikTok rumors claiming all stores will close on November 1, assuring customers that locations remain open and fully operational.

International Business Times

The government shutdown won't be completely recouped—and it could cost the economy up to $14 billion, estimates say

The report says lost goods and services from furloughed workers’ downtime won’t be regained once the government reopens.

Fortune

Nonperishable food instead of Halloween candy? How some plan to help amid expected SNAP cuts

‘I am grateful to have received benefits, and I am even more grateful to be able to give back now’

The Independent UK

10 Monthly Expenses That Can Be Wiped Out With the Right Help

If your monthly bills keep rising, you’re not alone. From groceries to streaming subscriptions, the average American household now spends more than ever just to...

Saving Advice

SNAP Shutdown Will Leave Texas Students like Me Hungry

I don’t know when this shutdown will end or when my benefits will be reinstated. But I do know we are worth more than the petty arguments of political powerhouses.

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The Texas Tribune

Gov. Greg Abbott under pressure to use emergency funds for looming SNAP crisis

Democrats say Abbott has used his authority during COVID-19, the Uvalde shooting and border operations to free up emergency funds.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump administration limits refugee admissions to mostly white South Africans

The Trump administration is restricting the number of refugees it admits into the country to 7,500 and they will mostly be white South Africans

The Guardian - US

New York declares state of emergency to award food banks $65m amid shutdown

Oregon and Virginia also issued emergency declarations to fund food assistance as shutdown imperils Snap benefits

The Mary Sue

‘We need to see more of that’: Gavin Newsom continues to fight back against Trump, sues him for cutting SNAP benefits

In recent times, California Governor Gavin Newsom has emerged as one of the most vocal critics of United States President Donald Trump and his administration. On multiple occasions over the past couple of months, Newsom has stood undeterred against Trump and openly challenged him, drawing sharp criticism from him and…

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The Independent UK

Former Trump official says the president ‘doesn’t give a s***’ about SNAP as funding set to end

Miles Taylor offers frank assessment of Donald Trump’s alleged indifference as more than 41 million Americans set to go without food stamps because of unresolved government shutdown

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5 Biggest Changes Coming To SNAP in 2026 — Once the Shutdown Ends

SNAP benefits see big changes in 2026 including junk food purchase bans in multiple states, expanded work requirements and states paying 75% of costs.

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These 6 States Are Stepping In To Help SNAP Recipients — Is Yours One of Them?

California, New York, Louisiana, New Mexico, Virginia and Minnesota provide $320M+ in emergency SNAP assistance as federal benefits face government shutdown.

The Guardian - UK

Share how the ongoing US government shutdown could affect your access to food or health insurance

We’re interested to hear how the looming pause of Snap benefits, as well as rising insurance costs due to a loss of subsidies, could affect Americans

Roll Call

At the Races: When the pain hits home - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including redistricting and off-year elections.

The Independent UK

Judge to consider demand to force the government to keep funding SNAP food aid despite the shutdown

A federal judge in Boston is set to consider a motion that would require the Trump administration to continue funding the SNAP food aid program despite the government shutdown

International Business Times

SNAP Benefits at Risk of Potential Lapse: What This Means for You and Your Family

The potential lapse of SNAP benefits will affect millions of consumers across the United States.

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