Government

Trump unveils AI-powered America.gov to streamline federal services

(The Center Square) – Artificial intelligence took center stage in Washington, D.C., with the unveiling of a streamlined government website utilizing the emerging technology, as President Donald Trump hosted… Read More

Illinois, Welfare

SNAP eligibility changes spark debate on gap for impacted recipients

(The Center Square) – A coalition of non-profits and community organizations across the state are warning that more than 200,000 Illinoisans receiving money from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program,… Read More

Kansas

Kansas governor takes ‘phony victory lap,’ stops stalling on SNAP data release

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly belatedly agreed to release federally requested SNAP data in a “victory” announcement Friday after seven months of refusal.  The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)… Read More

Health

Governors fight to end ‘taxpayer-funded junk food,’ critics push back

(The Center Square) – A battle is brewing nationwide over whether recipients of SNAP benefits, also known as “food stamps,” should be allowed to purchase soda and candy with… Read More