Judge blocks bans on using food stamps for sugary drinks and candy
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A federal judge has overturned state bans that prevented food stamp recipients in over 20 states from using their benefits to buy sugary drinks and candy. This ruling follows a lawsuit from five states that had imposed these restrictions. The decision underscores the ongoing debate about how to manage public health versus individual choice in welfare programs, highlighting the balance between nutrition guidelines and personal spending decisions.
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