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The Trump administration is upending homelessness policy, cutting long-term housing to fund transitional programs that require work and addiction treatment. HUD says the shift will 'restore accountability' and target root causes, noting overall funding will rise from $3.6 billion to $3.9 billion. Critics warn as many as 170,000 people could lose housing as funding notices arrive late, automatic renewals end, and faith-based groups gain access. HUD policy expert Robert Marbut vows to move quickly, while advocates say the overhaul undercuts Housing First and trauma-informed care and could increase homelessness.

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