Summary
SNAP recipients in the United States face difficulties due to earlier cuts by the USDA, making it harder for them to stock up on food. This has led many to rely on food pantries to meet their needs.
Key Facts
- The article discusses difficulties experienced by people who receive SNAP benefits.
- SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, helps low-income families buy food.
- Earlier cuts by the USDA have reduced the amount of support some recipients receive.
- As a result of these cuts, some recipients are turning to food pantries for extra help.
- There are gaps in the current food safety network that these cuts have exposed.
- This issue is discussed on a radio program called Weekend Edition Saturday.
