The Trump administration this week began cuts to $600 million in funding used to track and prevent HIV and STDs in four Democrat-led states. Cuts began the week of February 9 and are expected to continue over the next several weeks. Historically, the groups used the money to study the spread of HIV and STDs, track outbreaks or offer pre-exposure prophylaxis. Some funding cuts would also apply to groups that supported children's gender transition or provided social programs for LGBTQ+ adults. He is using federal funding to compel states and jurisdictions to follow his agenda," Bonta said.

Source: CNN February 13, 2026 21:31 UTC