'Shout Out to Our EBT Plug': Mother of Seven Goes Viral for Bragging About 3K in Food Stamps

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A TikTok user known as blackbeauty_235 has gone viral for a video featuring her 19-year-old son joyfully helping put away groceries in their home. The 14-second clip shows bags of groceries filling the countertops and the floor, with her son dancing in excitement as they organize the haul. While there was nothing unusual about the video itself, it was the caption that ignited widespread attention: "When my 19-year-old teen son helps put up (the groceries) our 3k in food stamps."

This caption led to the video gaining more than 2.4 million views, 128,000 likes, and over 11,000 comments, many of which were divisive. The video quickly sparked a conversation about government assistance programs like food stamps, formally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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Several TikTok users voiced their frustration over what they perceived as an abuse of the system. User keith sarcastically commented, “You are welcome, keep milking that system!” Meanwhile, Demosthenes00 added, “12 hour work days, you’re welcome and enjoy.” Another user, skipper, joined the debate by writing, “You're welcome. Glad I could help.”

In a more reflective comment, user scottieturpin2500 shared his personal story: “I grew up this way. I broke free at the age of 40. Got a factory job, pay my own bills, and take care of my own kids so they don't have to grow up in the system. I'm proud of myself.”

Despite the criticism, blackbeauty_235 doubled down on her initial post, following up with another video. This time, the caption read, "When your 3k food stamp receipt long. Shout out to our EBT plug," further highlighting the amount she receives in food assistance."

On her page, blackbeauty_235, says she is a mother of seven kids and loves to use her EBT card due to the 'unlimited benefits' she's receiving. Her page features multiple videos of her dancing while grocery shopping with her kids while pushing multiple buggies.

For many viewers, this series of videos raises questions about the complexities of public assistance, how people use these resources, and the varying perspectives on government programs. Blackbeauty_235’s viral moment serves as a reminder of how social media platforms like TikTok can spark larger discussions about societal issues, even when they start with a seemingly innocent video. The conversation continues to unfold as more users weigh in on the controversial topic.

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