Summary
Six states in the U.S. have decided to stop allowing people to buy junk food with their SNAP benefits. This decision is part of a plan to improve health through dietary changes supported by the Trump administration.
Key Facts
- Six states involved are Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee.
- The plan is part of President Trump's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.
- SNAP benefits will not cover soda, energy drinks, certain juices, prepared desserts, and candy.
- States that agree to this plan will get extra funding.
- SNAP assists about 42 million people each month in the U.S.
- Most states will start the new rules on January 1.
- The Trump administration also plans changes like work requirements for SNAP.
