Trump Admin Cuts AmeriCorps Funding, Sparking Outrage
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The Trump administration terminated over 1,000 AmeriCorps grant programs, impacting numerous communities, many of which voted for Trump. The cuts affect diverse projects, including child abuse prevention, disaster relief, and educational support, disproportionately harming high-poverty states. Affected organizations report significant disruptions and layoffs, leading to lawsuits from impacted groups and state attorneys general. The White House defends the cuts citing audit failures and waste within AmeriCorps.
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