Trump Cuts $2 Billion in Federal Funding for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

The New York TimesWednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:44:50 PM
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Trump Cuts $2 Billion in Federal Funding for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
  • Former President Trump has announced a cut of $2 billion in federal funding for mental health and substance abuse services, impacting over 2,000 programs across the United States, as communicated by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. This decision was made public late Tuesday, with significant implications for service providers and individuals relying on these essential services.
  • The reduction in funding raises concerns about the accessibility and quality of mental health and substance abuse treatment nationwide, potentially exacerbating existing challenges in these critical areas of public health and well-being.
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