Welfare Reform
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ImmigrationDOJ Orders States to Report Unauthorized Immigrants for Welfare Funding
Sep 2, 2026
The Justice Department now requires all state agencies to report unauthorized immigrants to DHS to keep federal welfare funds, reversing a 1998 policy.
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PoliticsWelfare Reform Architect Says Family Structure Is Key Legacy of 1996 Law
Aug 22, 2026
Robert Rector, architect of the 1996 welfare reform, says its most lasting impact has been stabilizing family structures and reducing child poverty.
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ImmigrationTrump Administration Implements New Work Requirements for Food Assistance and Visa Policy Changes
May 7, 2026
The Trump administration's new policies aim to reduce food stamp enrollment and tighten asylum claims, stirring debate over welfare and immigration.