WASHINGTON —

Millions of Americans may face challenges in buying food for their families as the government shutdown continues, with no new federal funds expected to support SNAP benefits.

The Trump administration has stated it will not use $5 billion in contingency money to continue providing federal cash for food, explaining that the reserve is limited to expenses like disaster relief.

Twenty-two million U.S. households receive SNAP benefits, and some states are working to reallocate funds to ensure people receive assistance.

In Louisiana , Vermont and Virginia , lawmakers have pledged to backfill food aid.

Additional funding is planned in New Hampshire , California , New Mexico , Connecticut and New York .

California's Gov. Gavin Newsom is making $80 million availa

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