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Trump Claims No Legal Power to Fund SNAP Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown
Donald Trump announced that his administration cannot legally fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program during the ongoing government shutdown, citing conflicting court rulings.
- On October 31, Donald Trump revealed that government lawyers concluded his administration lacks legal authority to allocate funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program amid the shutdown.
- Trumps statement followed conflicting court rulings regarding the governments ability to utilize certain funds, prompting him to seek clarification on SNAP funding methods.
- The inability to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could significantly impact millions of Americans relying on food assistance during the ongoing government shutdown.
Why It Matters
The situation underscores the legal complexities surrounding government funding during a shutdown and highlights the implications for food assistance programs, affecting vulnerable populations across the United States.