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About 40 million people could see food assistance disappear next month if the federal government shutdown continues.

Because of the way SNAP is funded, it’s vulnerable to lose funding during the shutdown.

States were warned about November SNAP benefits, and Secretary Rollins tweeted a warning.

About 40 million people could see food assistance disappear next month if the federal government shutdown continues.

Here is a look at where things stand with SNAP benefits:

Government shutdown

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The government has been shut down since Oct. 1. Democrats have refused to vote on legislation that would reopen the government as they demand funding for health care. Republicans say they are willing to discuss the issue later, only after the government reopens.

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