CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will fully fund SNAP benefits while the Trump administration's appeal against a court order is underway.

The USDA has committed to completing the processes necessary to issue full SNAP benefits, according to a memo obtained by NBC News.

This decision comes as the Trump administration has filed an appeal to block a judge's order that restored full benefits for millions of recipients.

President Trump has requested the appeals court to suspend any court orders requiring spending beyond the available contingency fund.

Nearly 42 million Americans rely on SNAP benefits, highlighting the significant impact of any changes to the program. The timeline for when the funds will be available is not clear, though they could be distri

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