Supreme Court Halts SNAP Benefits Release, Leaving Millions in Limbo
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The US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the release of full November SNAP benefits, affecting millions of Americans. The decision, announced on November 11, pauses the allocation of approximately $4 billion intended for around 42 million recipients. A federal judge in Rhode Island had ordered the administration to use contingency reserves to issue full November SNAP payments, citing concerns that millions of children and families would be at risk without the assistance. However, the Trump administration argued that reallocating funds could harm other programs, such as the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) accounts. The Supreme Court has allowed the pause to remain, effectively blocking the release of SNAP benefits until midnight on Thursday, November 13. This decision comes as the Senate prepares to vote on a funding package on Wednesday, which could potentially restore SNAP funding. The Supreme Court's decision has left millions of Americans in limbo, with some already receiving full benefits but being told to repay them. The uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits has raised concerns about the potential impact on vulnerable communities. The Supreme Court's block is set to remain in place for approximately two more days, after which the Senate's vote on the funding package may determine the fate of SNAP benefits. The situation remains fluid, with millions of Americans waiting to see if they will receive the assistance they rely on.
