Trump administration rolls back $2 billion mental health, addiction grant cuts
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Key Points:
- The Trump administration has reversed its decision to cut over $2 billion in funding for mental health and addiction programs after widespread political backlash from both Republicans and Democrats.
- Termination letters sent late Tuesday night shocked public health providers nationwide, but the Department of Health and Human Services will now restore the grants and notify over 2,000 organizations.
- The abrupt funding cut sparked panic and alarm among care providers and public health advocates, highlighting strong bipartisan support for mental health initiatives in Congress.
- The initial decision to terminate funding and the subsequent reversal remain unclear, with no officials identified as responsible for either action.
- The controversy led to high-level meetings within the administration and a chaotic 48-hour period for public health officials across the country.
