States Sue USDA Over Food Stamp Data Grab | JQJO

Twenty states and Washington, D.C., are suing the USDA over its demand for detailed personal information from millions of food stamp applicants. The lawsuit, led by California and New York, alleges the request violates privacy laws and the Constitution. The USDA argues it needs the data to verify SNAP program integrity, citing an executive order. The July 30th deadline remains, despite a previous lawsuit and concerns about compliance from some states. Over 40 million Americans receive SNAP benefits monthly.