EBT Changes at Walmart: Economic Impact and Public Safety Concerns Mount

As the November 1st deadline approaches for the cessation of EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) benefits at Walmart stores nationwide, except for Virginia which has declared a state of emergency, significant concerns are emerging regarding potential economic and social repercussions. A recent video by a former Walmart assistant manager, Josh, highlights the retail giant's deep reliance on EBT, stating, "Walmart is an EBT business. Their entire business model is built around it. They probably get over 90% of all the EBT out there." Josh claims that EBT funds are predominantly used for "junk food" rather than nutritious items. "It ain't cauliflower and carrots like you think it is. Almost all junk goes in those baskets," he asserted. This observation raises questions about the effectiveness and impact of the EBT program on public health. Looking ahead, the former manager anticipates potential unrest. "A lot of Walmart has heard all of the buzz online about looting them," he remarked, suggesting that stores in low-income areas might implement online orders only or increase police presence. He further noted, "There's probably police right now in their loss prevention offices just waiting for y'all to do something." He also expressed alarm over online discussions about robbing EBT recipients in parking lots, strongly advising against such criminal acts. The situation underscores a broader debate on government financial aid and its influence on market prices, with Josh drawing a parallel to college tuition, arguing that government backing can lead to price inflation. The coming days are expected to reveal the true impact of these policy changes on both consumers and retailers.

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A man from Texas, who claims to be a former manager at Walmart, alleges that the store depends heavily on EBT shoppers to make profits.