This is the largest cut to the food assistance program in history,” Alex Jacquez, Chief of Policy and Advocacy at Groundwork Collaborative, an economic policy think tank in Washington, D.C, said.

Choosing local foods helps build a resilient local economy, fosters a deeper connection with what nourishes you and supports a sustainable food system that prioritizes quality over mass production.

Passed in 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act has “spurred the highest levels of factory construction in American history, with more than 400,000 new jobs announced across the country.” ...