As the government shutdown looms, at least 25 states have announced plans to cut off food assistance benefits, impacting approximately 3 million residents in Florida alone. With SNAP benefits set to halt in November, officials are warning that 42 million Americans could be left without crucial food stamp funds. The USDA has confirmed that benefits may not be distributed in November, prompting panic among recipients. Food banks are bracing for increased demand, as families begin to feel the sting of the funding crisis. States like Virginia and Colorado are declaring emergencies and seeking additional support, while lawmakers strive to find solutions to avert a looming food assistance crisis amidst the ongoing budget impasse.