Washington Post
Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill has cut food assistance for millions of Americans
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
SNAP benefits in Arizona decreased by 50 percent within one year of legislation signed by President Donald Trump, according to data reported by outlets covering the program. The legislation, referred to as Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, included provisions affecting federal food assistance programs. Arizona was among the states reporting the largest reductions in benefits distributed under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program during this period.