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Trump Administration Proposes Controversial Shift in Homelessness Aid

12/25/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration outlined a plan to redistribute billions in homelessness aid.
The plan shifts away from Housing First, which provides long-term subsidized housing without mandatory treatment.
The administration criticizes Housing First as ineffective.
Supporters cite extensive research showing Housing First reduces homelessness, especially among veterans.
Dennis P. Culhane, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, says Housing First aims to move people out of homelessness.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration outlined a plan to redistribute billions in homelessness aid.
The plan shifts away from Housing First, which provides long-term subsidized housing without mandatory treatment.
The administration criticizes Housing First as ineffective.
Supporters cite extensive research showing Housing First reduces homelessness, especially among veterans.
Dennis P. Culhane, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, says Housing First aims to move people out of homelessness.