Mon, June 2, 2025
Sun, June 1, 2025
Sat, May 31, 2025
Fri, May 30, 2025
Thu, May 29, 2025

Illinois congressman visits Macomb food pantry, opposes federal cuts to food benefits programs

  Copy link into your clipboard //food-wine.news-articles.net/content/2025/05/29 .. oses-federal-cuts-to-food-benefits-programs.html
  Print publication without navigation Published in Food and Wine on by KWQC
  • 🞛 This publication is a summary or evaluation of another publication
  • 🞛 This publication contains editorial commentary or bias from the source
  • 🞛 This publication contains potentially derogatory content such as foul language or violent themes
Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen visited the Macomb Food Pantry on May 23, 2025, to express his opposition to proposed federal cuts to food benefits programs. During his visit, he highlighted the importance of these programs in supporting local communities, especially in light of the increasing demand for food assistance. Sorensen engaged with volunteers and beneficiaries at the pantry, emphasizing the real-world impact of potential budget reductions. He stressed that cutting these benefits would exacerbate food insecurity and hinder the pantry's ability to serve those in need. The visit underscores his commitment to advocating for continued and increased support for food assistance initiatives at the federal level.

Read the Full KWQC Article at:
[ https://www.kwqc.com/2025/05/23/illinois-congressman-visits-macomb-food-pantry-opposes-federal-cuts-food-benefits-programs/ ]