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SNAP participation dropped rapidly after Congress passed the cost-shift bill, with millions affected.
The law shifts up to 15% of SNAP costs to states starting in 2027, increasing state budget pressure.
Administrators say the cost shift could drive benefit denials as states push to cut costs.
Illinois, Georgia, and Arizona have already tightened SNAP access with more paperwork and recertification hurdles.
The article argues the declines reflect policy changes rather than improvements in economic well-being.
Data from the Department of Agriculture and estimates from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities frame the analysis.
The policy aims to fund tax cuts tilted to wealthier households while expanding enforcement on eligibility.
The author calls for delaying or repealing the cost shift to protect vulnerable families.
The piece emphasizes SNAP’s role in reducing hunger and its long-term benefits for children.
The author cautions that the crisis could worsen as the cost shift continues to unfold.

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The hemp ban could derail a CMS pilot reimbursing patients for hemp products under Medicare and Medicaid.
Under the Farm Bill, hemp is defined as cannabis products from plants with less than .3% delta nine THC.
If the ban takes effect, products with more than .4 mg of THC would become federally illegal.
Industry figures say the ban would criminalize most hemp products, including non-intoxicating CBD.
Advocates are pushing for regulatory approaches to safety and contaminant controls.
Some lawmakers, including Ron Wyden and Jim Baird, have proposed delay or regulation bills.
Ponomariovaite warns the focus should be on contamination rather than legality of plant parts.
A Forbes Health investigation found some CBD products contain mold and other contaminants.
The CMS pilot’s goal is to evaluate whether hemp products can reduce health-related costs.
The White House has not proposed counters, while Trump has urged updating the law on Truth Social.

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Rep. Jamie Raskin urges Congress to adopt foreign-emoluments rules and require reporting of such payments to curb perceived presidential self-financing.
Raskin argues Trump’s wealth has grown, including cryptocurrency ventures expanding after his presidential win, per cited reporting.
The Daily Beast notes a Reuters investigation on Trump’s international cryptocurrency dealings and family involvement.
Raskin frames Trump’s actions as part of a broader ‘shadow government operation’ despite public backlash.
The Daily Beast highlights the $400 million jet gift from Qatar as an example of concerns over ethics and security.
Trump’s finances and business dealings are described as largely managed by his sons, Don Jr. and Eric Trump.
The piece cites Trump’s reported net worth and cryptocurrency ventures expanding after the 2016 win, according to Forbes and The New Yorker.
Trump’s supporters and critics clash publicly over ethics and how to prevent wealth accumulation through the presidency.
The Daily Beast Podcast notes new episodes release on YouTube and other platforms, with more content planned.

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