Is there food insecurity in the United States? The surprising truth behind US hunger
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According to a 2024 USDA report, household food insecurity increased for the second consecutive year in 2023, with 13.5% of US households—or 47.4 million Americans—experiencing a lack of reliable access to nutritious, affordable food. The answer to whether there is food insecurity in the United States is a resounding yes, and its causes are complex and systemic.