NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) -- Connecticut leaders are weighing in on a ruling ordering the Trump Administration to use contingency funds for SNAP payments during the federal government shutdown.

Gov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) sent News 8 this statement:

"Today's ruling found that the U.S. Department of Agriculture's decision to suspend SNAP benefits was likely unlawful. While this ruling may offer last-minute relief for the many who rely on SNAP, I urge the federal government to honor it now and for Secretary Rollins to use not only the department's contingency fund but also her transfer authority to increase benefits. Connecticut Department of Social Services is prepared to issue November benefits as soon as USDA authorizes payment. In the meantime, we will continue to work closely with our community food networks.

"For millions of families, seniors, and Americans with disabilities, SNAP is a lifeline and one that should have never been cut off. Here in Connecticut, we acted quickly, providing $3 million in emergency funding to ensure that no family goes hungry because of dysfunction in Washington.

"In Connecticut, we take care of our own and will continue to stand by our residents until this federal shutdown is resolved."

Attorney General William Tong (D-Conn.) shared these remarks:

"This decision leaves no room for doubt -- USDA can and must release the contingency funds and stop weaponizing hunger for political advantage. Donald Trump now has a stark legal and moral choice before him -- he can keep fighting this losing battle, he can insist on starving American families for political leverage, or he can release the funds now."

News 8 has reached out to Connecticut Republicans.