In fiscal year 2023, 79% of SNAP recipient households included either a child, an elderly individual or a nonelderly individual with a disability.
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Trump places Nigeria on religious freedom watch list, threatens military action
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonViolence against Christians has escalated in recent years from Islamic extremist groups but Muslim communities have also been hit hard by the violence.
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Washington Roundup: Trump wants filibuster nixed; SNAP payments ordered; nuclear tests back, and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to make SNAP payments Oct. 31; Trump also ordered the U.S. military to resume nuclear testing after a pause of more than three …
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Trump administration sets record-low cap on refugees, with focus on white South Africans
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe Trump administration indicated it would limit the number of refugees annually admitted to the U.S. to 7,500, with a preference for white South Africans.
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Judge orders Trump administration to make SNAP payments with contingency funds
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe Trump administration had previously argued that it could not use the contingency funds for the program, despite previous precedent.
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Catholic Charities USA launches national hunger drive in case SNAP runs out Nov. 1
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“For low-income families and individuals who rely on SNAP and WIC to put food on their tables, this could be a catastrophic moment.”
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Senators, pro-life group press Trump administration for information about abortion pill approval
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe president of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America argued any action that further expands the use of the drugs commonly used for abortion is “irresponsible.”
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USCCB president raises alarm about disruption of federal food assistance
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonOn its website, the USDA posted a notice that said, “Bottom line, the well has run dry. At this time, there will be no benefits issued November 01.”
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Gaza ceasefire tested as Israel and Hamas each say the other violated agreement
by Kate Scanlonby Kate Scanlon“Israel’s decision to bomb is an unjustified breach of its commitment to the ceasefire,” said Mary Ellen O’Connell, a professor at Notre Dame Law School.
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Federal judge strikes Biden-era rule including gender identity in sex discrimination prohibition
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonBiden administration’ HHS “exceeded its authority by implementing regulations redefining sex discrimination and prohibiting gender identity discrimination.”
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