New York Gov. Kathy Hochul directed state agencies to issue full federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for November, she announced Friday.

As the federal government shutdown continues and a lack of clarity on federal distribution among a legal battle, the governor said the first New Yorkers can expect to begin having access to their benefits on Sunday.

“Let me be clear, President Trump is hellbent on preventing millions of Americans from putting food on the table. He’s made decision after decision to withhold funding that feeds families, seniors and children — and continues doubling down on this cruelty by challenging the courts’ clear orders,” Hochul said in a statement. “It's senseless and un-American and I'm working tirelessly to bring this uncertainty to a

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