SNAP benefits for Minnesotans have come back, as the longest government shutdown in U.S. history continues.

Attorney General Keith Ellison was among those who sued the Trump Administration to restore the benefits , after they were paused on November 1. 440,000 Minnesotans rely on SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, for food.

People in Minneapolis came together Saturday morning to support those who lost SNAP benefits for a week. Cyclists gathered at Angry Catfish bike shop for "Cranksgiving." They biked to collect food for those who need it most.

"With all the news, I figured if I can help out, I'm gonna do it," said Kenneth Hammon of Minneapolis. "What better way to spend a Saturday morning?"

"It's incredible to see folks come together in this space," said Jarro

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