Millions of Americans faced possibly losing SNAP benefits going into November.
SNAP is a federal program that provides low-income families with monthly benefits to afford healthy food. As the government shutdown continues, those families are at risk.
Here's a look at our coverage of the issue. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
When did SNAP benefits run out?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said would not be able to fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in November if the shutdown continued and a contingency plan wasn't approved, according to a letter sent to states earlier this month.
That meant benefits weren't coming in early November. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, which distributes SNAP benefi

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