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Experts Warn of Looming SNAP Crisis Amid Policy Changes

11/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump says economic policies reduced SNAP enrollment by 600,000–800,000.
Experts say the claim is misleading amid ongoing food insecurity and rising food-bank demand.
Seasonal changes and the 'benefits cliff' complicate SNAP for families near the income threshold.
New work requirements from recent legislation could cause 2.1 million more Americans to lose benefits.
Experts warn of a looming crisis as millions may soon lose access to food assistance.

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U.S. President Donald Trump says economic policies reduced SNAP enrollment by 600,000–800,000.
Experts say the claim is misleading amid ongoing food insecurity and rising food-bank demand.
Seasonal changes and the 'benefits cliff' complicate SNAP for families near the income threshold.
New work requirements from recent legislation could cause 2.1 million more Americans to lose benefits.
Experts warn of a looming crisis as millions may soon lose access to food assistance.