SNAP Benefits Are Resuming as Government Reopens After Shutdown
The New York Times • 11/13/2025 • Last cited 11/13/2025
Summary
SNAP benefits are resuming in several states as the government reopens following a shutdown, but millions of Americans are still waiting for their November food stamp payments, which the Trump administration reportedly resisted paying out in full, according to The New York Times.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
63 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
Related Story Timeline
- 2025-10-15The Shutdown Enters Its Third Week (The New York Times)
- 2025-11-07How Families Are Coping with SNAP Cuts During the Shutdown (The New York Times)
- 2025-11-11Shutdown Deal Revives Democratic Infighting (The New York Times)
- 2025-11-12Tim Kaine on Why He Voted to End the Government Shutdown (The New York Times)
- 2025-11-13SNAP’s Problems Started Long Before the Shutdown (The New York Times)
- 2025-11-24Some Park Rangers Are Still Owed Pay After the Shutdown (The New York Times)
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 63 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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