California Sues Trump Administration Over SNAP Benefit Changes

Описание: California and 20 other states are suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture over SNAP eligibility changes made under President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." Attorney General Rob Bonta calls the USDA guidelines "inaccurate, sloppy and uninformed," saying they could prevent tens of thousands of Californians from accessing food assistance.
The new criteria states certain noncitizen populations—including refugees, asylum seekers, and parolees such as Afghan and Ukrainian nationals—are ineligible for SNAP benefits. Bonta argues this language is misleading since these groups can become eligible upon obtaining lawful permanent residency. He also challenges the five-year waiting period requirement.
California's CalFresh program has over 5.5 million enrollees. Bonta estimates thousands could lose access under the new rules.
The lawsuit follows an unanswered letter to USDA requesting they retract the guidance. California Republicans defend the changes, with Assembly Member Carl DeMaio saying narrowing eligibility saves taxpayer money and addresses fraud concerns.
The lawsuit also argues states received only one day to implement new standards instead of the recommended 120 days. USDA declined comment on pending litigation. SNAP funding is secure through September 2026.

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