The USDA, under the Trump administration, ended its annual food insecurity survey, citing redundancy and politicization. This decision follows the expansion of SNAP work requirements, which will affect 2.4 million Americans. Critics argue the survey is crucial for understanding and addressing food insecurity, particularly as recent data showed a rise in food insecurity, including among children. The USDA claims food insecurity trends haven't changed, a statement experts dispute. The survey's cancellation raises concerns about a lack of transparency and potential attempts to downplay the impact of policy changes.

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