SNAP under fire: Skimming thefts, proposed cuts leave Oregonians struggling to feed families

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are facing another blow.

Last week, the Department of Justice indicted 19 people for using skimming devices to steal half a million dollars in SNAP benefits from Oregonians – money then spent on baby formula to sell on the black market.

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Now, House Republicans are considering cutting $230 billion from the program over the next decade.

Recently, Nicole Williams was checking out at the grocery store with her two kids in tow. But when she swiped her SNAP benefits card, there was no money – $900 was missing…

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