White House slashes, then restores, funding to treat mental health and addiction
Summary
The Trump administration initially stopped billions in funding for mental health and addiction programs. A day later, the White House restored around $2 billion in federal grants after receiving bipartisan criticism.Key Facts
- The Trump administration stopped funding for mental health and addiction programs.
- The funding cut affected organizations and grant recipients nationwide.
- The White House soon reversed the decision and restored about $2 billion in grants.
- The reversal came after pressure from both Democratic and Republican leaders.
- The discussion regarding this change involved Amna Nawaz and NPR's Brian Mann.
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