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 Michigan2d agoWhole story →FoodHR 1
Trump Snaps at Reporter Asking If It’s OK to Ignore Sexual AbusePresident Donald Trump blew up at a reporter Friday who questioned his vile defense of Vivek Ramaswamy’s ugly attack ad featuring Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton’s estranged mother. Speaking to reporters, Trump struggled to defend the campaign ad featuring Donna Arthur, who lost custody of Acton after years of documented issues,…The New Republic2d agoWhole story →JusticeFood
'You don't know anything!' Defensive Trump snaps at reporter over ad with 'lucid' motherPresident Donald Trump doubled down on his support for a controversial campaign ad Friday when pressed by a reporter. Earlier this week, a mysterious video spread online featuring a woman who claimed to be the mother of Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton. In the video, the woman attacked Acton as a “liar” and urged Ohioans not to vote for…Raw Story2d agoWhole story →FoodTechnology
In Riot-Hit Cities, the French Snap Up Weapons for Self DefenseLate Friday morning, Sam exited a hunting store in central Paris, fresh from spending €600 ($671) on weapons designed for self protection.Bloomberg2d agoWhole story →FoodSecurity
Texas SNAP participation drops to a 17-year low as the feds tighten eligibilityThe state health agency is also processing 64% of food benefits applications in a timely manner — within 30 days — even though the required rate is 95%.The Texas Tribune2d agoWhole story →Food
'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 Dreams2d agoWhole story →EconomyFood
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 Dreams2d agoWhole story →EconomyFood
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 News2d agoWhole story →EconomyFood
Selling these federal buildings will transform Southwest D.C. - The Washington PostThe Weaver building and SNAP cuts, in readers’ eyes.The Washington Post2d agoWhole story →Food
Tanzania’s jailed opposition leader Lissu plans hunger strike over denied legal accessTanzania’s jailed opposition leader Tundu Lissu plans to begin a hunger strike MondayABC News1d agoWhole story →Food
Trump administration says more than $42 million in SNAP benefits stolenA federal crackdown on alleged food stamp fraud is putting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, back in the political spotlight.Baltimore News4d agoWhole story →JusticeFoodsnap fraud crackdown
TN will pay $220M more for SNAP program next year; 90K lost benefitsNext year, lawmakers will have to find about $162 million in new funding to pay SNAP benefits after Trump's budget bill transferred costs to states.Knoxville News-Sentinel24d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodsnap funding shift
Lansing party store owner charged with SNAP benefits fraudThe owner of a Lansing party store has been charged in federal court with nine counts of SNAP benefits fraud and theft or conversion of public money.Lansing State Journal3d agoWhole story →JusticeFoodsnap benefits fraud charges
Where Michigan gubernatorial candidates stand on SNAP benefits and its futureMichigan gubernatorial candidates John James and Jocelyn Benson were asked during a debate how they would manage SNAP benefits in the state.WDIV ClickOnDetroit4d agoWhole story →FoodJohn James
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.Newsweek2mo agoWhole story →EconomyFoodElizabeth Warrensnap funding cuts
Thousands of South Carolinians lose SNAP benefits after federal changesA large number of South Carolinians lost access to SNAP following changes to the program.Live 5 News WCSC1mo agoWhole story →EconomyFoodsnap benefits changes
The Trump administration will force Pa. to pay more for SNAP. Gov. Shapiro’s office says it can’tThe Trump administration will be overhauling the SNAP program in two major steps, forcing Pennsylvania to pay more for the federal food program and jeopardizing those in need, according to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s office. The first phase begins Oct. 1, when states will have to pay for 75% of thePittsburgh Tribune-Review1mo agoWhole story →EconomyFoodJosh Shapirosnap funding overhaul
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 ClickOnDetroit25d agoWhole story →EconomyFoodsnap funding cuts
