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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Millions Lose Food Assistance as Demand for Food Banks Rises
Caption: Millions Lose Food Assistance as Demand for Food Banks Rises. More than five million Americans have lost access to SNAP food assistance following the passage of President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, according to PBS NewsHour. The legislation introduces federal funding cuts and stricter work requirements, changing the conditions under which Americans can receive food assistance. In Virginia, more than 100,000 people have reportedly lost benefits over the past year, while SNAP participation in Central Virginia has declined by more than 15%. Feed More, a regional hunger-relief organization, reports a 20% increase in visits to local food pantries over the same period, reflecting growing demand for emergency food assistance. Food banks are facing mounting pressure as demand rises and food reserves decline, raising concerns about their capacity to support households affected by benefit reductions. The Trump administration and Republican lawmakers argue that the changes are intended to reduce fraud, waste and dependence on government assistance. Food bank representatives warn that charitable organizations cannot fully replace SNAP, which provides regular support to low-income households struggling to afford groceries. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,SNAP,programme,food assistance,United States,cuts,aid,millions,food banks,hunger,cost of living,PBS,Trump administration,groceries,struggle,One Big Beautiful Bill,Republican,lawmakers
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