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News in English (USA) / 19.12.2025 / 09:00

Concerns Rise Over Federal Funding Cuts and Policy Changes Impacting Homelessness Nationwide

Recent changes in federal homelessness policies and funding are raising alarms across various states, with advocacy groups warning that these shifts could lead to significant increases in homelessness. In Multnomah County, hundreds may face homelessness due to new federal directives, while in Utah, around 1,000 individuals are at risk of losing their housing. Local support services are struggling to cope with funding changes, with the Salem area facing uncertainty as HUD withdraws a controversial policy. Advocacy efforts in Georgia and Northern Michigan highlight the challenges that come with these funding shifts, as organizations seek to prepare for potential fallout. LA County is actively pushing back against cuts proposed by the Trump administration, requesting congressional assistance to preserve necessary funding for homeless housing. In Delaware, the attorney general argues that certain federal conditions on housing support are unlawful. Amidst lawsuits challenging radical policy changes, HUD has paused major funding alterations, but concerns persist about the future of critical services that support some of the most vulnerable populations.
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