Trump administration halts more than $10bn for childcare and family assistance

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Guardian staff and agenciesJanuary 7, 2026 at 03:57 AM

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The Trump administration is freezing over $10 billion in federal childcare and family assistance funds to California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York, citing concerns about fraud and misuse. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) notified the five states, all led by Democratic governors, that the freeze applies to the Child Care and Development Fund, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and the Social Services Block Grant. HHS stated that access to these funds is restricted pending further review and verification, but has not provided specific details regarding the alleged fraud. Democratic leaders, including the governors of New York and California, have condemned the freeze as politically motivated and vindictive. HHS officials stated that no state will receive childcare funds without providing more verification.

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United States 40% Gavin Newsom 50% Kirsten Gillibrand 50% Kathy Hochul 50% Andrew Nixon 50% Minnesota ×260% Colorado 60% Illinois 60% New York ×370% Department of Health and Human Services ×270% California ×370% Donald Trump ×690%

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