Fact Check – Is the viral video of a mother of six losing $4,300 in EBT benefits real?

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Claimant: Social Media


Claim: An authentic video shows a mother of six complaining her EBT was cut from $4,300 per month to $19.


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: The clip originated from a satire account known for “rage bait” videos and is not genuine. The person in the video is an actor, and there is no evidence of such benefit cuts occurring.


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Date: 10/25/2025




 

Last Updated on November 3, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check


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