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News in English (USA) / 18.06.2025 / 23:00

Trump Administration to Shut Down LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline

The Trump administration announced plans to terminate the specialized 988 suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth, effective July. This decision has raised significant concerns among mental health advocates and LGBTQ+ organizations, who argue that the closure threatens critical support for vulnerable youth. Political leaders, including Baldwin, are vowing to fight against this cut, describing the move as devastating for the community. The administration claims that the general hotline is sufficient, but many fear that this decision could have fatal consequences for LGBTQ+ individuals in crisis.
SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (.gov), The New York Times, CNN, NBC News, The Trevor Project, WEAU, Axios, The Hill, Reuters, Mother Jones