Op/Ed
Community Forum: Info giveaway hurts Vermont
August 14, 2025
The Trump administration ordered states to turn over sensitive personal and financial data from Americans who use SNAP. Gov. Phil Scott handed over the data — without the consent of affected Vermonters. No press release. No consultation. Just quiet compliance.
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