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Millions lose food stamps under Trump cuts, with some states hit harder than others
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Leah Douglas and Erica Stapleton Reuters , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points 7 million individuals have been affected since last July. Further information on the specifics of these changes and their effects can be found through the Waco Tribune-Herald, which has reported on the issue in more detail.
Changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program have resulted in a significant number of people losing benefits. Nationwide, over 4.7 million individuals have been affected since last July.
This shift is attributed to Trump's tax and spending law that took effect around that time. The impact of these changes varies by state, with some areas experiencing more significant effects than others.
Further information on the specifics of these changes and their effects can be found through the Waco Tribune-Herald, which has reported on the issue in more detail.
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Category: parks Published: June 29, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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