EPISODE · Dec 31, 2025 · 9 MIN
HHS freezes Minnesota child care funds; States moves to ban soda from SNAP
from Unbiased Updates · host Straight Arrow News
The Trump administration has cut off federal child care funding to Minnesota, citing alleged daycare fraud. Gov. Tim Walz calls the move political, warning that families and providers could feel the impact quickly. Plus, several states are restricting SNAP purchases of soda and candy to encourage healthier choices. Critics argue the changes could complicate shopping and stigmatize recipients. And Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35 after battling leukemia. The environmental journalist is being remembered for her work and powerful final essay. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
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The Trump administration has cut off federal child care funding to Minnesota, citing alleged daycare fraud. Gov. Tim Walz calls the move political, warning that families and providers could feel the impact quickly. Plus, several states are restricting SNAP purchases of soda and candy to encourage healthier choices. Critics argue the changes could complicate shopping and stigmatize recipients. And Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of former President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35 after battling leukemia. The environmental journalist is being remembered for her work and powerful final essay. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
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HHS freezes Minnesota child care funds; States moves to ban soda from SNAP
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