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Trump Administration Accused of Withholding $140 Million Crucial to Fentanyl Fight

Trump Administration Accused of Withholding $140 Million Crucial to Fentanyl Fight

Trump Administration Accused of Withholding $140 Million Crucial to Fentanyl Fight The Trump administration is reportedly withholding approximately $140 million in federal grants earmarked for fentanyl overdose response efforts, a move that could severely cripple addiction programs nationwide. According to four anonymous staff members with direct knowledge at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), these delays could lead to significant layoffs and program shutdowns, jeopardizing the nation’s progress against the opioid crisis. The funds, which represent roughly half…

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