Why did Judges McConnell and Talwani order USDA to tap contingency funds?

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On Oct. 31, 2025 Judges John J. McConnell Jr. and Indira Talwani found USDA's suspension unlawful. They ordered USDA and the Food and Nutrition Service to consider using about $5 billion in SNAP contingency funds and Section 32 reserves (reported near $23 billion). About 41–42 million people rely on roughly $8 billion in monthly SNAP benefits. The judges told USDA to report back to the court by Nov. 3 on payment plans.

Why did Judges McConnell and Talwani order USDA to tap contingency funds?

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