In brief
The Trump administration has decided to end the annual Household Food Security Report, declaring it overly politicized. This decision follows a significant reduction in food aid that could affect millions. Critics argue that this move could hinder the understanding of hunger in America amid ongoing debates over welfare and policy effectiveness.
The Trump administration is scrapping the annual federal hunger report, claiming it's 'overly politicized' and filled with inaccuracies. This news follows President Trump's recent legislation leading to a significant cut in food aid for the poor, leaving an estimated 3 million people without food stamp eligibility.
The report, officially known as the Household Food Security Report, will be discontinued after its 2024 edition, which will be released on October 22. The USDA states that the report's data collection methods are 'subjective' and do not accurately reflect the current state of food security in the U.S.
Critics have labeled this move as an attempt to obscure growing hunger levels, particularly following the cuts to food assistance. Bobby Kogan from the Center for American Progress expressed concern, suggesting that cancelling such reports mimics tactics seen in non-democratic nations that suppress unfavorable data.
