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Trump Extends Title X Grants to Planned Parenthood Amid Criticism

4/1/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump extends Title X grants (the family planning program) to Planned Parenthood, despite opposition.
White House spokesman Kush Desai cited legal challenges as the reason for not withholding funds.
The administration plans to align future funding with a pro-life agenda, in response to calls from 128 Democratic lawmakers for a funding extension.
Dannenfelser of SBA Pro-Life America criticized the move as a betrayal of pro-life supporters.

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U.S. President Donald Trump extends Title X grants (the family planning program) to Planned Parenthood, despite opposition.
White House spokesman Kush Desai cited legal challenges as the reason for not withholding funds.
The administration plans to align future funding with a pro-life agenda, in response to calls from 128 Democratic lawmakers for a funding extension.
Dannenfelser of SBA Pro-Life America criticized the move as a betrayal of pro-life supporters.