Coverage dated February 18, 2025

Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it's not easy to do

Headline from WFAA Dallas

Removing certain foods from SNAP — known for years as food stamps — isn't as simple as it sounds.

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WFAA Dallas
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it's not easy to do (opens WFAA Dallas)
Published Feb 18, 2025
WFAA Dallas's feed description
Removing certain foods from SNAP — known for years as food stamps — isn't as simple as it sounds.
The Boston Globe
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it’s not easy to do. (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Feb 18, 2025
The Boston Globe's feed description
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Brooke Rollins have both signaled that they favor stripping such treats from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
WSVN Miami
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it’s not easy to do - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports (opens WSVN Miami)
Published Feb 18, 2025
WSVN Miami's feed description
A push to ban sugary drinks, candy and more from the U.S. program that helps low-income families pay for nutritious food has been tried before
Green Field Reporter
Trump officials want to ban junk food from SNAP. Past efforts show it's not easy to do - The Daily Reporter (opens Green Field Reporter)
Published Feb 18, 2025
Green Field Reporter's feed description
A push to ban sugary drinks, candy and more from the U.S. program that helps low-income families pay for nutritious food has been tried before — but it may soon get a boost from new Trump administration officials. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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