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Trump's Budget Cuts Threaten Counter-Terrorism and Mental Health

3/30/2025

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Trump Cuts Threaten Safety

The Trump administration's drastic funding cuts for counter-terrorism research have left agencies struggling to tackle domestic extremism effectively. Meanwhile, Wisconsin's Parachute House, a vital refuge for vulnerable adults, faces closure due to a staggering $12 billion reduction in federal budget from Health and Human Services, jeopardizing crucial mental health support for those in need.

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Judge Protects VOA Employees

A federal judge has stepped in to safeguard over 1,200 employees at Voice of America, halting the Trump administration's funding and staffing cuts. The ruling condemned the administration's threat to press freedom and emphasized VOA's vital role in championing democracy. Meanwhile, lawsuits continue to challenge additional cuts to the Agency for Global Media.

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Trump Cuts Threaten Safety

The Trump administration's drastic funding cuts for counter-terrorism research have left agencies struggling to tackle domestic extremism effectively. Meanwhile, Wisconsin's Parachute House, a vital refuge for vulnerable adults, faces closure due to a staggering $12 billion reduction in federal budget from Health and Human Services, jeopardizing crucial mental health support for those in need.

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