'...At the mercy of thieves': the growing crisis of EBT theft and its impact on families
Survey: EBT theft harms low-income Americans, in spite of their efforts to protect themselves.
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May 2025 Pulse
Among respondents, improved access to food masks deeper instability – low-income families are increasingly unable to afford housing, healthcare, and bills.
Food insecurityHalf of all respondents said they are worried that their food will run out before they can buy more.
Financial insecurityA majority of households have less than $25 in cash on hand, virtually unchanged since last year.
