Judge blocks Trump administration's SNAP limits on sodas, candy

A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's plan to restrict Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from being used to buy sugary drinks and junk food, marking a win for food retailers and advocates for SNAP recipients' choices. The administration's "Make America Healthy Again" initiative aimed to curb unhealthy food purchases, but critics argued it unfairly targeted low-income families. This decision highlights the ongoing debate over government intervention in personal dietary choices versus supporting the autonomy of SNAP beneficiaries to make their own food decisions.