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Judge blocks Trump administration’s SNAP restrictions on soda and candy in five states
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mark Richardson , as published by FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the ruling and its implications are available from FOX 11 Los Angeles.
C. has blocked the Trump administration's restrictions on food stamp benefits. The restrictions would have prevented recipients in five states from buying certain items.
The blocked restrictions were related to sugary foods and drinks, including soda and candy. A judge's ruling on Monday halted the implementation of these restrictions. Further details on the ruling and its implications are available from FOX 11 Los Angeles .
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) ·
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