The lawsuit argues the USDA is legally required to continue providing SNAP benefits during the shutdown as long as it has funding.

Minnesota's food shelves are set to get a funding boost amid surging demand stemming from the ongoing government shutdown.

Democrats say USDA has $5 billion to continue food stamp benefits while the agency insists the ‘well has gone dry.’

If the continuing resolution or any other funding measures are not passed, funding for SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps as it's commonly called — will run out on Nov. 1.

The ongoing government shutdown means SNAP benefits for roughly 440,000 Minnesotans will be halted on Nov. 1. To help manage the gap, Gov. Tim Walz released $4 million in emergency funding for food shelves.

Gov. Walz announced state funding Monday to help Minnesotans who receive monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

Minnesota food banks face critical shortages as demand soars and SNAP funding stalls, leaving thousands at risk of hunger amid rising costs and dwindling donations. Local leaders urge urgent community support.

SNAP and MFIP food benefits halted due to federal shutdown; Ramsey County advises beneficiaries to use what they have and keep contact info updated.