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Democrats target vulnerable Republicans who voted for SNAP cuts

Washington Post Politics Wednesday 26 August 2026, 12:00 UTC By Mariana Alfaro 1 min read
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About a year ago, cuts to the nation’s largest food assistance program went into effect as part of the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, affecting about 4.5 million Americans. Nearly all House Republicans voted for reductions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), despite pleas from food banks and anti-hunger organizations. Democracy Dies in Darkness The 7 logo The 7 LIVEDemocrats target vulnerable Republicans who voted for SNAP cuts The Democratic Congressional Campaign...

About a year ago, cuts to the nation’s largest food assistance program went into effect as part of the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill, affecting about 4.5 million Americans. Nearly all House Republicans voted for reductions to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), despite pleas from food banks and anti-hunger organizations. Democracy Dies in Darkness The 7 logo The 7 LIVEDemocrats target vulnerable Republicans who voted for SNAP cuts The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is rolling out mobile billboards aimed at a handful of GOP lawmakers in swing districts.
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