Perdue asks for power to block food stamp benefits to able-bodied adults

The Trump administration wants to restrict the ability of “aggressive” states to evade the 90-day limit on food stamps to able-bodied adults, said Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue during a House hearing. Asked by reporters if other changes would be requested in food stamps, Perdue said he lacked the authority to block state waivers from the… » Read More

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