food stamps

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The drop represents nearly 47% of the state’s participants in the program better known as food stamps and includes about 180,000 children, according to the Arizona Department of Economic Security, which administers the program.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

His American wife, Amanda Souza Ribeiro, filed for bankruptcy, food stamps and Medicaid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Pastor Oliver Carter of No Limits Outreach Ministries, which runs the distribution point in Hyattsville, said he sees rising demand and more immigrants seeking aid since food stamps were slashed for many asylum seekers.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

I'm on social security and I have a budget and I'm allowed food stamps, but I only get $24 a month and that doesn't buy a whole lot.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

Although she submitted applications for food stamps and aid for dependent children, the welfare officials told her that she was ineligible because her children were no longer living with her.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter