25 states and DC block SNAP suspension starting Nov 1. USDA says no benefits issued on Nov 1, 'well has run dry'. Lawsuit claims suspension violates Food and Nutrition Act. SNAP serves 41 million low-income Americans. WIC affects 7 million with eligibility under 130% poverty line. States seek court order to use contingency funds. California, New York, Virginia announce emergency funding. First SNAP suspension in 60-year history. Congress blames each other as Nov 1 approaches