Trump-Era Termination of LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline: A Look Back at the Controversial Decision
Trump-Era Termination of LGBTQ+ Youth Suicide Hotline: A Look Back at the Controversial Decision In a move that sparked widespread condemnation, the Trump administration officially terminated the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ Youth Specialized Services program. This program, which allowed callers under 25 to connect with counselors specifically trained to support LGBTQ+ individuals, was shuttered following an announcement by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) the previous month. SAMHSA stated its intention to “no longer silo…