More Than 5.5 Million Americans Fall Off SNAP Rolls

SNAP participation has fallen by more than 5.5 million people compared with a year ago, dropping from 42.2 million recipients in May 2025 to 36.6 million in May 2026. Anti-hunger advocates warn that stricter work and reporting requirements may be pushing some eligible families off the program.

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