Trump Administration to defund suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth starting in October

'Lives at risk': Trump's HHS to defund suicide hotline program for LGBTQ youth

The Department of Health and Human Services, under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., was expected to cut funding for a suicide prevention program for LGBTQ+ youth by October. The department intended to slash $40 billion in discretionary spending, The Washi...

HHS plans to cut the national suicide hotline’s program for LGBTQ youth

In February, the program received an average of 2,100 contacts per day.

Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Funding For LGBTQ+ Suicide Prevention Hotlines

Advocates say this would “significantly impact” crucial mental services for queer and trans youth.

Trump Administration to defund suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth starting in October

The Trump Administration has proposed eliminating funding for a crucial suicide hotline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth.A leaked budget draft, first obtained by The Washington Post, shows the federal government's plans to eliminate all funding for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services – a federal program that provides emergency crisis support to LGBTQ+ youth considering suicide – effective October 1, 2025.“Suicide preve…

Trump Administration Plans to Defund LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Line, Sparking Widespread Concern

A leaked budget shows the Trump administration plans to defund the 988 Lifeline's LGBTQ+ youth services. Advocates warn the cut will strip vital support from vulnerable young people.

Trump Administration To Cut LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Funding - Star Observer

A leaked draft budget has revealed the Trump administration’s intention to defund a critical suicide prevention service for LGBTQ+ youth, drawing sharp criticism from advocates and mental health professionals. The ... The post Trump Administration To Cut LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline Funding appeared first on Star Observer.