SNAP Benefits Preserved by Court Ruling
Admin claimed $5 billion contingency fund couldn't be used, while 25 Democratic states sued, arguing funds must be used for SNAP.
SNAP serves 1 in 8 Americans, costs $8 billion monthly, and aided 41 million last year, mostly families with children.
Massachusetts judge gave admin until Nov 1, 2025, to decide on contingency funds for benefits.
Brooke Rollins warned funds wouldn't last, as states and food banks expedited aid.
Judge Indira Talwani said if government can't afford costs, benefits could be reduced equitably, with appeals likely.
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