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Trump-backed SNAP changes criticized for worsening hunger

Original: "While Donald Trump and other Republicans have said the changes [to # SNAP ] incentivize people to find jobs, elected of

Donald Trump and other Republicans say changes to SNAP, the US food assistance programme, incentivize recipients to find jobs. But elected officials, non-profit leaders and people facing food insecurity argue the new work requirements simply make it harder for Americans to feed their families. The debate comes as the cuts to food benefits take effect, with critics warning vulnerable households will lose support while supporters frame the measures as promoting employment.

Why now: Recent changes to SNAP food assistance under Trump and Republicans are drawing criticism over their impact on hunger.

Donald TrumpSNAPRepublican PartyThe Guardian

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• "While Donald Trump and other Republicans have said the changes [to # SNAP ] incentivize people to find jobs, elected officials, non-profit leaders and people with food insecurity say the changes simply make it harder for Americans to feed their families." The Guardian… · obtener@mastodon.world · 1

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