Trump proposes big changes to food stamps

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In addition to trying to slash the funding by 30% over the next 10 years, he wants to limit the food options that can be purchased with food stamps or EBT. Another change proposed is having 80% of people receive some of their "benefits" in the form of a USDA food package: a box of non-perishable items like shelf-stable milk, pasta, peanut butter, beans, and canned fruits/vegetables. Honestly, I don't see how the government would do a very good job of efficiently distributing "food packages" to food stamp recipients like some kind of glorified food pantry each month. Seems to me that it is easier to just let people buy their own stuff. That being said, many people have been in favor of limiting what types of products can be purchased with EBT benefits--healthy, nutrient-dense staples rather than junk food like soda, chips, processed meals, etc. Interestingly, the red states are traditionally the ones that receive the most government assistance in the form of things like food stamps. They are also Trump's biggest fans. I wonder how they will feel about their hero slashing funding and making changes to this system.