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States Sue Over TANF Data Access | San Francisco News
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Twenty-two states and D.C. are suing the Trump administration over a controversial rule that would let federal officials access sensitive personal data—like immigration status and Social Security numbers—from millions of families receiving TANF benefits. States argue this undermines the program’s mission to lift people out of poverty, calling it a dangerous weaponization of vital antipoverty resources. With over $16 billion in annual funding, TANF empowers states to tailor support, from cash aid to job training. The lawsuit, filed in D.C. federal court, signals a major clash between state autonomy and federal control over social safety nets, as the administration remains silent on the legal challenge.
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