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Michigan AG Leads 20 States in HUD Homelessness Lawsuit

12/21/2025

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, joined by 20 states, filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) challenging changes to the Continuum of Care program.
The program provides over $3 billion annually to combat homelessness.
A federal judge temporarily blocked changes, citing harm to tens of thousands, including 7,000 Michigan households.
Advocates warn these changes threaten housing stability for vulnerable groups, especially in winter.

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, joined by 20 states, filed a federal lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) challenging changes to the Continuum of Care program.
The program provides over $3 billion annually to combat homelessness.
A federal judge temporarily blocked changes, citing harm to tens of thousands, including 7,000 Michigan households.
Advocates warn these changes threaten housing stability for vulnerable groups, especially in winter.