SNAP, New Jersey

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Will I get my November SNAP benefits in New York, New Jersey during the government shutdown?
On Monday, the Trump administration announced that it will partially fund SNAP, although it's unclear at this time how much beneficiaries will receive nor how quickly they can expect to see those funds on their SNAP debit cards.

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New Jersey AG warns of SNAP benefit scams targeting residents in need. What to look for
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These are your Jersey Shore neighbors whose SNAP food benefits are at risk

National Guard, food bank and New Jersey

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New Jersey deploys National Guard to help food banks as pantries scramble to meet demand
Gov. Phil Murphy sent members of the National Guard to emergency food organizations after funding for SNAP benefits lapsed.

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Gov. Murphy deploys National Guard in New Jersey in reaction to food stamp shutdown
Murphy deploys NJ National Guard to aid food banks amid SNAP benefit disruption

Trump, Democrats and New Jersey

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Democrats win key governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia as party tries to snap its post-Trump slump
Democrats are set to sweep Tuesday's gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, with Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger projected to win.

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The Latest: Democrats notch wins for governors, mayor over Trump’s picks
Trump’s policies and inflation drive governor’s race in New Jersey, where GOP has been making gains
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NJ declares state of emergency after SNAP suspension

Gov. Murphy declares a state of emergency after the Trump administration suspends SNAP benefits, affecting over 800,000 New ...

Resources for SNAP recipients in Philadelphia, New Jersey, Delaware as benefits deadline nears

Here's a list of resources for SNAP recipients who are at risk of not receiving benefits in the Delaware Valley come Nov. 1.

What to know about the SNAP halt, where in Central Jersey to find food assistance

SNAP benefits will not be distributed on Nov. 1 due to a lack of funding from the ongoing government shutdown.

SNAP cuts could overwhelm N.J. emergency rooms, health experts warn

Officials say the loss of food benefits could trigger mental health crises and physical ailments, straining an already ...

Feeling the pinch from SNAP cuts in New Jersey? Get free food, deliveries from DoorDash

The federal government shutdown caused a pause in the disbursement of SNAP benefits for November, but DoorDash is stepping in ...

These Central Jersey restaurants are offering free food to people who lost SNAP benefits

Several Central Jersey restaurants have stepped up to offer meals to those who face the possibility of going hungry.

Live updates: 2025 election underway for NYC mayor, Virginia and New Jersey governors and more

Voters across the country are heading to the polls today for a slew of key off-cycle races, including governor's races in New ...

NJ leaders plan on 'accelerating' funding for hunger programs as SNAP fears swirl

Phil Murphy, along with Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin and Senate President Nick Scutari, was preparing to accelerate SNAP ...