The USDA says SNAP food assistance will stop on Nov. 1, warning that the “well has run dry” as the government shutdown continues. The agency is blaming Senate Democrats for refusing to fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, while the Trump administration says it will not tap contingency funds to keep benefits flowing. Millions of Americans rely on SNAP — including families with children, older adults, and people with disabilities. ------------------------------------- Join our newsletter at https://bit.ly/2q1tepr Follow us on Facebook: / scrippsnews Follow us on Twitter: / scrippsnews Follow us on Instagram: / scrippsnews Follow us on TikTok: / scrippsnews