States Challenge Federal SNAP Changes

A coalition of 21 Democratic-led states, including Oregon and Illinois, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) challenging recent guidance that restricts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibility for certain non-citizens, including legal immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. The states argue the guidance, introduced under the Trump administration, unlawfully cuts food aid to vulnerable populations. Led by attorneys general such as Oregon's Ellen Rosenblum and Illinois' Kwame Raoul, the coalition seeks to block these changes, emphasizing the importance of continued food assistance for affected groups. This legal action highlights ongoing disputes over immigrant rights and federal aid policies.