GOP Cuts 9/11 Survivors Fund, Faces Bipartisan Backlash
The recent cuts to the 9/11 Survivors’ Fund, orchestrated by the Department of Health and Human Services under the Trump administration, have ignited a firestorm of criticism. The decision to slash funding for this vital program, which supports those suffering from long-term health issues related to the attacks, is viewed by many as profoundly insensitive and deeply wrong.
It’s particularly galling given the historical context. The attacks of September 11th, 2001, are a defining moment in American history, a tragedy that should unite the nation in its commitment to supporting the victims and their families. The current situation feels like a betrayal of that shared grief and responsibility.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood