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Judges order the Trump administration to use emergency reserves for SNAP payments

Two federal judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island ordered the Trump administration to keep SNAP running during the shutdown by using emergency reserves, leaving the USDA to decide whether to fund November benefits fully or partially. Both courts said contingency funds must be tapped, with one judge also requiring existing work requirement waivers to remain in place. Payments will still be delayed for many as states reload cards. Democrats praised the rulings; Trump signaled compliance pending legal clarity. Food banks and recipients welcomed the relief but warned uncertainty and possible reduced benefits persist.

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