Judge says food stamps can be used to buy candy, soda
A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration cannot bar the use of food stamps to buy candy and sugary drinks.
23 Jun 17:35 · The Washington Times
Judge blocks bans on using food stamps for sugary drinks and candy
In more than 20 states, SNAP recipients have been barred from using their benefits to buy soda, energy drinks and candy. People in five states sued over this.
23 Jun 08:33 · The Seattle Times
Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks Bans on Buying Soda with Food Stamps
Obama-appointed U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson blocked the Trump administration's steps toward banning the purchase of soda with SNAP benefits.
23 Jun 15:57 · Breitbart
Judge rules government can't stop SNAP dollars from buying candy and sugary drinks
A judge has ruled that the U.S. government cannot stop people enrolled in the biggest food aid program from using benefits to buy candy and soda.
23 Jun 15:48 · 10News
Obama-appointed judge torpedoes Trump’s bid to fight obesity as White House warns it won’t be ‘final say’
Obama-appointed judge strikes down Trump administration's SNAP soda ban, ruling USDA cannot redefine what Congress has already defined as food.
23 Jun 17:25 · Fox News
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