WASHINGTON —

A federal judge in Boston today questioned the Trump administration's argument that SNAP benefits can simply be suspended during the shutdown, as several states push back , urging the use of emergency funds to maintain food assistance.

Pop-up food drives are appearing across the country to ensure people don't miss a meal, including in Washington, D.C., where "The People's Pantry" is set up on the National Mall. Furloughed federal workers and volunteers are collecting food for anyone in need, including SNAP recipients who may lose benefits on Saturday and federal workers who haven't been paid .

"We are trying to do our small part while also calling on the administration to do what they are completely able to do and use the emergency funds to keep the food stamp provide

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