As the shutdown drags on, experts say the administration already has billions available to fund SNAP — but is choosing not to use it.

The federal government shutdown is nearing the one-month mark, causing widespread effects for millions of Americans

The Agriculture Department said it can't use contingency funds to pay for SNAP benefits, contradicting earlier guidance that the money was available.

Thousands of people in the Lehigh Valley will lose SNAP food benefits next month due to the government shutdown.

CNN's Jake Tapper confronted Rep. Stansbury over the Democratic Party's stance on the government shutdown on Tuesday as millions face losing SNAP food benefits.

The government shutdown is just days away from the one-month mark. With the president abroad, no major breakthroughs in Congress are expected.

Delaware Governor Matt Meyer has declared a state of emergency so SNAP recipients can still receive their benefits.

As the government shutdown reaches the one-month mark, the country is about to hit two milestones that are set to make it feel all too real for many Americans. On Saturday, Nov. 1, food stamp benefits will dry up just as open enrollment begins for those purchasing health insurance for the next year, complete with steep, double-digit rate hikes .