Say goodbye: More states banning soda, candy purchases despite court ruling
Leila Ahmed
Leila Ahmed
Reporter · Syracuse, NY
A graduate of the University at Buffalo, Leila has spent five years in journalism, previously working at a community-focused news outlet in Rochester, NY. She specializes in uncovering the diverse voices and cultural richness of Syracuse’s neighborhoods, bringing their stories to light.
More from Leila →Reporter · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 6:06 PM · 1 min read
Five months after a federal court ruled that the U.S. Department of Agriculture “exceeded its legal authority” by approving state SNAP Food Restriction Waivers, more states are moving forward with the restrictions anyway.