A lawsuit to force the USDA to tap into a $5 billion reserve to fund SNAP during the government shutdown will proceed | KING 5

After weeks of warnings, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed that SNAP benefits will not be issued in November if the government shutdown continues. | FOX 5 NY

“Bottom line, the well has run dry,” the USDA notice says. “At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 01." | 10TV - WBNS

FOOD STAMPS TO RUN OUT DUE TO SHUTDOWN: As the government shutdown drags on, 'The View' co-hosts weigh in on the USDA issuing a chilling statement about the more than 40 million Americans who rely on SNAP benefits. | The View