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Maine Leads Lawsuit Against HUD Over Homeless Support Cuts

11/26/2025

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Maine and 20 other states filed a lawsuit against HUD over alleged illegal restrictions on homeless support systems.
The suit argues HUD is altering the Continuum of Care grant program and limiting permanent housing funding.
Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey warned these changes could cause administrative chaos and housing losses as winter approaches, while HUD defends the reforms.

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Maine and 20 other states filed a lawsuit against HUD over alleged illegal restrictions on homeless support systems.
The suit argues HUD is altering the Continuum of Care grant program and limiting permanent housing funding.
Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey warned these changes could cause administrative chaos and housing losses as winter approaches, while HUD defends the reforms.