Trump administration has pushed off 13% of Americans enrolled in food stamps
The Trump administration's 'One Big Beautiful Act' has led to a 13% decline in SNAP enrollment since July 2025. Critics argue the stricter work requirements for adults up to age 64 are increasing food insecurity, while supporters claim the policy encourages employment.
Why it matters
This policy shift directly impacts the nutritional security of millions of Americans and highlights the ongoing political debate over welfare reform and government assistance.
A volunteer hands out milk during a free food distribution at Rancho Cienega Park on 29 August 2026 in Los Angeles, California. A volunteer hands out milk during a free food distribution at Rancho Cienega Park on 29 August 2026 in Los Angeles, California. Trump administration Trump administration has pushed off 13% of Americans enrolled in food stamps Stakeholders concerned more people at risk of food insecurity after One Big Beautiful Act took effect
Prefer the Guardian on Google Enrollment 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.
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