Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and New York Attorney General Letitia James warned that President Trump’s federal funding freeze could endanger New Yorkers’ safety and economic well-being.
The freeze threatens critical funding for programs supporting seniors, law enforcement, homelessness services, and food security.
The freeze jeopardizes billions in grants, including $290 million for counter-terrorism, $66 million for senior nutrition, and $368 million for homeless shelters.
Leaders stress that essential programs like Meals on Wheels and fire safety services are at risk, urging action to prevent further harm to vulnerable communities.
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