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Trump Administration Reverses Cuts to 9/11 Health Program After Bipartisan Push

Funding and staffing for the World Trade Center Health Program have been restored following widespread criticism from lawmakers and public advocates.

New York City firefighters take a rest at the World Trade Center after two hijacked planes crashed into the Twin Towers September 11, 2001 in New York.
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A New York firefighter stands before the 9/11 Memorial in the Financial District on Sept. 11, 2023.
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Overview

  • The Trump administration has reinstated funding and rehired staff for the World Trade Center Health Program, which supports over 130,000 9/11 first responders and survivors.
  • The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had previously cut 20% of the program's staff and terminated key research grants, sparking bipartisan backlash.
  • Lawmakers from both parties, including New York and New Jersey representatives, urged the administration to reverse the cuts, citing the program's critical role in treating 9/11-related illnesses.
  • Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, along with other advocates, emphasized the importance of preserving cancer research and medical monitoring for those affected by the attacks.
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the reinstatement of staff and research grants, with officials working to ensure uninterrupted care for program enrollees.