James Lankford explains cuts to SNAP center on ‘improper payments’

Published February 19, 2025 11:08am ET



Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) said no one in the government is fighting against getting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds “to folks that need it.”

SNAP benefits have been on the cutting room floor as the Department of Government Efficiency is evaluating government agencies for wasteful spending. Lankford already met with volunteer DOGE head Elon Musk early this year and advised him on how to operate.

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