A sharp decline in enrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has raised alarms among advocates, who warn that stricter rules under the One Big Beautiful Act have left millions more vulnerable to food insecurity. With participation falling by nearly 13% since the policy took effect, stakeholders report growing reliance on food banks or unmet needs as families struggle to access benefits. The latest US Department of Agriculture figures highlight the shift, showing a drop from over 41 million recipients to around 36.5 million in recent months. Experts fear the trend could deepen hunger risks for those already facing financial hardship.
Stakeholders concerned more people at risk of food insecurity after One Big Beautiful Act took effectEnrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Snap) has decreased significantly over the past year in the US following restrictions imposed by the Trump administration, which has forced more people to seek help from food banks or go hungry, stakeholders say.The number of people who receive food stamps has dropped from 41.6 million in July 2025, before the One Big Beautiful Act took effect, to 36.5 million in June 2026, a 13% decrease, according to the latest data from the US Department of Agriculture, which administers the program. Continue reading...
