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Trump Administration Cancels $1 Billion in School Mental Health Grants

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of $1 billion in school mental health grants, claiming misuse for diversity initiatives.

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  1. Feds cut $1B mental health grants

    The cuts were made public in a social media post from conservative strategist Christopher Rufo, who claimed the money was used to advance “left-wing racialism and discrimination.”

    Feds cut $1B mental health grants

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  2. Trump administration to cancel $1bn in Biden-era school mental health grants

    The cuts were made public in a social media post from conservative strategist Christopher Rufo, who claimed the money was used to advance “left-wing racialism and discrimination.”

    Trump administration to cancel $1bn in Biden-era school mental health grants

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  3. Trump Admin Axes $1B School Mental Health Fund Over DEI

    The shift in funding strategy comes at a time when youth mental health remains a pressing concern.

    Trump Admin Axes $1B School Mental Health Fund Over DEI

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Updated: Apr 30th, 2025, 6:34 PM ET

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The Trump administration will no longer fund $1 billion in school mental health grants, asserting these funds were misused for diversity initiatives rather than directly supporting student mental health. Conservative activist Christopher Rufo highlighted the cuts, stating the money was used to advance left-wing agendas. The Education Department aims to re-envision the funding strategy to better address students' behavioral health needs. Meanwhile, youth mental health concerns persist, with many adolescents lacking access to necessary treatment services.


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