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Federal policy changes threaten to cut over $25 million in funding for homelessness programs in Multnomah County, risking the displacement of around 800 households, as the county prepares to seek alternative funding sources and potentially halt new housing projects amidst ongoing legal and political challenges.
Concerns are rising that the Trump administration may implement harsh measures against homeless people, including detention camps, during the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, despite local efforts to focus on permanent housing solutions. Critics fear federal actions could exacerbate homelessness and infringe on civil rights, while local officials emphasize humane, long-term strategies to address homelessness.