Why experts are pushing RFK Jr. to release a federal definition of ultraprocessed foodsMore than 100 science, medical and nutrition experts signed and sent an open letter Friday to the Office of Management and Budget, urging the administration to release the first-ever government definition of ultraprocessed foods.PBS News14h agoWhole story →FoodEconomy
Social Security Agency Accused—Once Again—of Illegally Using Federal Resources to Praise TrumpThe US Social Security Administration on Friday was accused yet again of unlawfully using federal resources for the overtly political purpose of celebrating President Donald Trump—this time less than two weeks out from the midterm elections. On Thursday, SSA—headed by Trump nominee Frank Bisignano—sent out an email praising the "historic tax cut" that…Common Dreams16h agoWhole story →EconomyHealth
'Hunger Disaster Unrolling Before Our Eyes': Alarm Grows Over Trump Food Aid EviscerationAn analysis published Thursday showed that millions of Americans have lost critical food assistance since President Donald Trump signed last year's massive Republican tax giveaway for the superrich, with soaring grocery prices and cuts to school meals exacerbating the crisis. According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP), approximately…Common Dreams16h agoWhole story →EconomyFood
After Millions in Stolen SNAP Benefits, Trump Administration Moves to Fight TheftThe post After Millions in Stolen SNAP Benefits, Trump Administration Moves to Fight Theft appeared first on ProPublica .ProPublica17h agoWhole story →Food
Michigan SNAP enrollment dropped 12% after new law takes effectThe number of people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits has dropped since President Donald Trump signed the "big beautiful bill" last year. The law rolled out new work requirements and shifted some costs to states.M Live Michigan18h agoWhole story →FoodHR 1
Michigan to shoulder 75% of SNAP costs under new federal cutsAs many as 1.5 million people in Michigan receive benefits from SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.WDIV ClickOnDetroit23d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodsnap funding cuts
How Much SNAP Benefits Cuts Could Cost Your State: ‘Existential Crisis’Senator Elizabeth Warren has warned that states are facing an "existential crisis" due to changes in SNAP funding.Newsweek1mo agoWhole story →EconomyFoodElizabeth Warrensnap funding cuts
Trump’s Trade War Is Helping Mark Carney Transform CanadaHow the prime minister is using the rift with the U.S. to boost his country’s global standing.The Dispatch9d agoWhole story →EconomySecurityus canada trade tensions
A New Trump Rule Could Transform Gun Sales. The President’s Son Is Poised to Profit.The Trump administration has spent much of this year rewriting the federal government’s approach to guns. Just last month, the Justice Department concluded that the ban on selling handguns to 18-20-year-olds is unconstitutional and would no longer be criminally enforced. But amid dozens of changes to federal firearms regulations is one you might have…Mother Jones22d agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticegun regulation changes
Who should represent Southwest Michigan in Congress? Candidates make their caseWhere Bill Huizenga, Sean McCann stand on key issues in Michigan’s 4th District U.S. House race.M Live Michigan24d agoWhole story →GovernmentBill Huizengamichigan 4th district election
Sen. John Kennedy touts LNG Center, federal investments during Southwest Louisiana visitLAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - U.S. Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., visited Southwest Louisiana on Wednesday, addressing the Better Business Bureau of SouthwestEUROPE SAYS2d agoWhole story →EconomyPlanetJohn Kennedylng center announcement
North Bay food banks under strain as federal SNAP cuts loomStressed North Bay food banks look for state, counties to lessen blow of federal SNAP cuts authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.Santa Rosa Press Democrat4d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodHR 1snap cuts implementation
Federal cuts to SNAP are cruel, especially to children | PennLive lettersKids can’t learn on an empty stomach.Mechanicsburg Patriot News1mo agoWhole story →EconomyFoodsnap funding cuts
