Four States Sue Trump Administration Over Public Health Funding Cuts
4 weeks ago
Four Democratic-led states are suing the Trump administration over plans to cut hundreds of millions of dollars in public health funding.
California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota argue the move is political retaliation tied to their opposition to the president’s immigration crackdown.
The Department of Health and Human Services has notified Congress it intends to withhold roughly $600 million in grants, with some of the cuts potentially taking effect as soon as this week. State leaders warn the funding losses could impact disease tracking, prevention programs and other critical health services.
California, Colorado, Illinois and Minnesota argue the move is political retaliation tied to their opposition to the president’s immigration crackdown.
The Department of Health and Human Services has notified Congress it intends to withhold roughly $600 million in grants, with some of the cuts potentially taking effect as soon as this week. State leaders warn the funding losses could impact disease tracking, prevention programs and other critical health services.
