Trump Admin Appeals SNAP Ruling Amid Longest Shutdown

Trump Administration Appeals Court Order on SNAP Benefits During Government ShutdownThe Trump administration swiftly appealed a federal court order mandating full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November, despite the ongoing shutdown. U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Junior had directed the administration to secure funds for full payments, but Vice President J.D. Vance criticized the decision, arguing it oversteps the courts authority. The administration filed an appeal, arguing the court should not dictate spending priorities during a funding lapse. This dispute highlights the broader battle over constitutional limits between the judiciary and executive branches, as the government shutdown becomes the longest in American history. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.