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Thirteen States Abandon Summer Food Program, Kids at Risk

7/1/2025

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Thirteen Republican-led states have turned their backs on the federal SUN Bucks summer food program, jeopardizing the well-being of tens of thousands of children. As summer meal offerings dwindle across the nation, food insecurity now plagues 1 in 5 children, threatening their health and education. Thankfully, community organizations are rising to the challenge, providing vital support.

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Story summary

Thirteen Republican-led states have turned their backs on the federal SUN Bucks summer food program, jeopardizing the well-being of tens of thousands of children. As summer meal offerings dwindle across the nation, food insecurity now plagues 1 in 5 children, threatening their health and education. Thankfully, community organizations are rising to the challenge, providing vital support.