food stamps

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The number of people who have lost access to food stamps since stricter eligibility requirements were put in place last July, according to federal data.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The drop represents nearly 47% of the state’s participants in the program better known as food stamps and includes about 180,000 children, according to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, which administers the program.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

Pastor Oliver Carter of No Limits Outreach Ministries, which runs the distribution point in Hyattsville, said he sees rising demand and more immigrants seeking aid since food stamps were slashed for many asylum seekers.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

I'm on social security and I have a budget and I'm allowed food stamps, but I only get $24 a month and that doesn't buy a whole lot.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

I knew Mom was opposed to welfare, but those kids got food stamps and clothing allowances.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls