Judge Blocks SNAP Candy Restrictions

A federal judge has blocked new SNAP restrictions in Iowa and four other states that would’ve banned candy and sugary drinks — a move slammed by advocates who say it undermines food access for people with health conditions like diabetes. The USDA’s attempt to redefine “food” without public consultation sparked the lawsuit, with one Iowa resident citing critical health needs. The ruling preserves current SNAP flexibility, affirming that major changes must follow proper procedures — while the USDA vows to keep pushing for healthier eating, even if it means future legal battles. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1e61b961ce04cc08