Trump officials cut federal funds to LA homeless services agency (opens original article in a new tab)

The Trump administration suspended federal funding to LA's homeless services agency, citing fraud allegations, while the agency claims the move is politically motivated and harmful to homeless services.

• Trump administration suspended federal funding to LA Homeless Services Authority (Lahsa) pending investigation into fraud allegations
• Lahsa claims the funding cut is a political move to divert resources from LA, while HUD alleges misuse of funds and conflict-of-interest violations
• LA county supervisor criticized the decision as publicity-driven, urging HUD to collaborate with local authorities instead of cutting funds