Memphians cautiously optimistic SNAP will be funded, following court rulings
Bill Gaudet helps unload donated food at St. Patrick's Catholic Church's food pantry Oct. 29, 2025. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
Two federal judges ruled Friday that the government must continue to fund the nation’s biggest food aid program despite the shutdown, but local food banks are wary.
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SNAP government shutdown St. Patrick's Catholic Church St. John's United Methodist Church Mid-South Food BankJody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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