Federal Mental Health Agency Hit Hard by DOGE Cuts: 1 in 10 Staff Let Go, 988 Hotline Team Affected
2025-02-21
MSN
The federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has been severely impacted by the government-wide cuts to recently hired federal workers, with over 10% of staff losing their jobs this month. The Department of Government Efficiency, led by Elon Musk, has enforced these cuts, affecting crucial services like the 988 hotline team. This move raises concerns about the future of mental health support in the country, particularly with the increasing demand for services like crisis helplines and substance abuse treatment. Mental health services, crisis support, and government funding are all under scrutiny.
