An investigative package that takes a dive into California's crisis of Electronic Bank Transfer thefts. EBT is the method which CalFresh (food stamps) and CalWorks (welfare) recipients receive their funds. However, there is a spike in EBT Thefts, which are affecting families and their ability to pay bills. Victims like Shaqueta Walker are being affected by these thefts. The package dives deeper into how these thefts occur and what officials are doing about the growing problem. Published May 2023.

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A film by Nana Nakano, Ruthie Weeks, and Rebecca Greenwood