More than 40 million people relied on the food-assistance program in 2024, or about 12% of the population. Many are located in red districts represented by legislators who support gutting the aid.

More than 40 million people relied on the food-assistance program in 2024, or about 12% of the population. Many are located in red districts represented by legislators who support gutting the aid.

  • Maeve@kbin.earth
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    10 hours ago

    Many advocates are also highlighting that benefit reductions aren’t just going to hit SNAP recipients. The grocers who accept those payments, the people who work for those stores, the farmers who sell the food that goes on their shelves—they’re all going to see less revenue. And if it’s too costly for states, some could opt to withdraw from SNAP entirely, according to the Congressional Budget Office…