“Hunger cannot be used as a political weapon,” is how Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield responded to a ruling by two federal court judges instructing the Trump administration to release food aid program funds being withheld because of the government shutdown.

SNAP is One of the Most Effective Anti-Poverty Programs in the U.S.

The AG says the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program is one of the most effective anti-poverty programs in the history of the U.S.

“No Oregon family should have to wonder how they’ll eat because of a government shutdown.” He says the court rulings are a reminder that obeying the law and common decency remain important.

Oregon Was One of 25 States to Challenge the Trump Administration’s Decision

Oregon was one of 25 states that challenged the right of the

See Full Page