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Trump Administration's SNAP Data Request Sparks Privacy Fears

7/23/2025

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Trump Administration Demands Data

The Trump administration is pushing Oregon and other states to hand over personal details of SNAP recipients, including names and Social Security numbers, in a bid to tackle fraud. Critics warn this move threatens privacy rights and could lead to government surveillance, while a federal lawsuit raises concerns about the potential misuse of sensitive information for immigration enforcement.

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Bonta Defends Privacy

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, joined by 14 other attorneys general, fiercely opposes the USDA's request for personal data from SNAP recipients. They argue this demand is not only unnecessary but also a violation of privacy rights. The coalition insists that current fraud prevention measures are adequate and raises alarms about the potential misuse of sensitive information for immigration enforcement.

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Trump Administration Demands Data

The Trump administration is pushing Oregon and other states to hand over personal details of SNAP recipients, including names and Social Security numbers, in a bid to tackle fraud. Critics warn this move threatens privacy rights and could lead to government surveillance, while a federal lawsuit raises concerns about the potential misuse of sensitive information for immigration enforcement.

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