US States Sue Over SNAP Cuts and Food Stamp Freeze
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Virginia is launching a state-funded program called VENA to provide weekly food assistance payments to SNAP beneficiaries starting November 3, due to the federal government shutdown, which has paused SNAP payments. The program will distribute about $37.5 million weekly to around 850,000 recipients, with payments occurring in waves on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, offering more frequent support than usual. Governor Glenn Youngkin blamed the shutdown on Democrats in Congress and expressed hope that the federal government will resume normal operations soon.
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- 25 states sue Trump administration over SNAP food stamp freeze during shutdown CBS News
- Dozens of US states sue Trump over halting Snap food stamp BBC
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