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Congressman Vasquez to discuss SNAP cuts at El Caldito Soup Kitchen in Las Cruces
By Nina Gallegos at KVIA ABC-7
· July 3, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez will visit El Caldito Soup Kitchen in Las Cruces Friday on the one-year anniversary of the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill.
The bill resulted in the largest cuts to food stamps in history. Since the cuts, more than 10,000 children ...
Key takeaway Since the cuts, more than 10,000 children lost access to food stamps, according to the New Mexico HealthCare Authority.
Why this matters in The El Paso
Rep. Vasquez's visit to El Caldito Soup Kitchen in Las Cruces brings attention to the local impact of federal policy decisions, particularly in the border region where El Paso residents often interact with neighboring New Mexico communities. The significant cuts to SNAP and Medicaid will likely be felt by low-income families in El Paso County, who may rely on these programs to access basic necessities like food and healthcare. As Rep. Vasquez discusses the effects of these cuts, El Pasoans should consider how similar issues, such as food insecurity and limited healthcare access, affect their own community. The congressman's efforts to protect access to SNAP and combat rising utility bills may resonate with El Paso residents who face similar challenges, making his upcoming election against Greg Cunningham a noteworthy event for local voters concerned about social safety nets and economic stability.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez will visit El Caldito Soup Kitchen in Las Cruces Friday on the one-year anniversary of the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill.
The bill resulted in the largest cuts to food stamps in history. Since the cuts, more than 10,000 children ...
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