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CNN
18-07-2025
- Politics
- CNN
5 things to know for July 18: DOGE cuts, Emil Bove, Police violence, Trump and Epstein, Stephen Colbert
The Trump administration has ended the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's specialized service for LGBTQ+ youth. Previously, people who called 988 for help could 'press 3' to reach counselors specifically trained to respond to the needs of this community. Since it launched in 2022, the specialized service has received nearly 1.5 million calls. Here's what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day. House Republicans approved a package of $9 billion in spending cuts overnight, handing a win to President Donald Trump. Roughly $8 billion will be pulled from US Agency for International Development (USAID) programs and another $1.1 billion will be withdrawn from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which helps fund NPR and PBS. The measure will now head to the president's desk to be signed into law. A study published recently in The Lancet estimated that the USAID funding cuts could result in more than 14 million additional deaths by 2030. As for public broadcasting, Trump and many Republicans have long accused PBS and NPR of being 'biased,' but public media officials said critics distort what actually airs. Although the funding will start to dry up in the fall, some stations are already laying off staff, preparing to cut programs and searching for 'new funding models.' Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted on Thursday to advance the nomination of Emil Bove, President Trump's former personal attorney, to a federal judgeship. The decision came over the loud protests of Democrats who walked out of the committee proceedings. Bove's nomination has been contentious. Earlier this week, more than 75 former federal and state judges called on the panel to reject Bove, saying his 'egregious record of mistreating law enforcement officers, abusing power, and disregarding the law itself disqualifies him for this position.' In June, a whistleblower letter from a terminated DOJ employee alleged that Bove and other top officials intended to ignore court orders and mislead federal judges. Bove rebuffed such claims during his confirmation hearing. The former police officer who was found guilty of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor — when she was shot and killed in her Louisville, Kentucky home during a botched 'no-knock' raid in 2020 — will face sentencing on Monday. Although Brett Hankison wasn't the officer who killed Taylor, he did fire blindly through her window. In a court filing Wednesday, the DOJ asked that Hankison be sentenced to just 1 day in jail. And in Philadelphia, a former police officer who shot and killed a motorist during a traffic stop was sentenced on Thursday and then immediately granted parole. A judge sentenced Mark Dial to 9 1/2 months in jail for voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry — but then granted him parole because he had already been jailed for 10 months following his arrest in 2023. The city's district attorney and the victim's family condemned the sentence. President Trump vowed to sue the Wall Street Journal and its owner on Thursday after the newspaper published a 2003 birthday letter to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein bearing Trump's name and a drawing of a naked woman. 'I told Rupert Murdoch it was a Scam, that he shouldn't print this Fake Story,' Trump wrote on his social media site. 'But he did, and now I'm going to sue his ass off, and that of his third rate newspaper.' Trump also posted on Truth Social that he had ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi 'to produce any and all pertinent Grand Jury testimony' about the Epstein investigation. It's unclear if this order will placate many of his MAGA supporters who are upset that his administration didn't release all of the Epstein files, as he had promised. Instead, the DOJ issued a memo that said Epstein had not been murdered in prison and did not leave a client list. Late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert will soon be off the air. On Thursday, he announced that CBS was canceling 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' next year, citing financial pressures. 'The Late Show' is typically the highest-rated show in late-night. The network's decision comes just two weeks after Paramount, the parent company of CBS, paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit lodged by President Trump against CBS News. Colbert, who is one of the staunchest critics of Trump on television, condemned the Paramount settlement on air, likening it to a 'big fat bribe.' 'The Late Show' franchise has been a cornerstone of the CBS lineup for more than 30 years. GET '5 THINGS' IN YOUR INBOX If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. Two groups of passengers will now have the opportunity to enjoy an expedited process through security at the airport. The phrase 'leave no stone unturned' has taken on new meaning for paleontologists at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Prepare to pay more to watch live sports and 'Love Island USA.' The lyrics the musicians posted on social media seem to suggest that anything is possible. The Scottish singer has been taking care of his mental health since having a 'breakdown of sorts' at the Glastonbury Festival in 2023. Famed skydiver and BASE jumper Felix Baumgartner dies at 56Baumgartner achieved international recognition in 2012 when he performed a jump from 24 miles above the Earth, higher than anyone before him. He died on Thursday in a paragliding accident. If President Trump's 30% tariffs are enacted against the European Union and Mexico, which products are expected to increase in price?A. Fruits and vegetablesB. Toys and gamesC. Coffee beansD. Fresh-cut flowers Take me to the quiz! 51That's how many months two men were each sentenced to serve in prison for cutting down a landmark sycamore in northern England. The frequently photographed tree, which had stood sentinel on Hadrian's Wall for more than 200 years, also appeared in the 1991 movie 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.' 'Israel deeply regrets that a stray ammunition hit Gaza's Holy Family Church. Every innocent life lost is a tragedy.' —Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement after the only Catholic church in Gaza was attacked on Thursday. Three people died and several others, including the parish priest, were injured. 🌤️ Check your local forecast to see what you can expect. Disney says this new animatronic is its most lifelike one yet. See for yourself. Today's edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN's Andrew Torgan.
CNN
18-07-2025
- Politics
- CNN
5 things to know for July 18: DOGE cuts, Emil Bove, Police violence, Trump and Epstein, Stephen Colbert
The Trump administration has ended the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's specialized service for LGBTQ+ youth. Previously, people who called 988 for help could 'press 3' to reach counselors specifically trained to respond to the needs of this community. Since it launched in 2022, the specialized service has received nearly 1.5 million calls. Here's what else you need to know to get up to speed and on with your day. House Republicans approved a package of $9 billion in spending cuts overnight, handing a win to President Donald Trump. Roughly $8 billion will be pulled from US Agency for International Development (USAID) programs and another $1.1 billion will be withdrawn from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which helps fund NPR and PBS. The measure will now head to the president's desk to be signed into law. A study published recently in The Lancet estimated that the USAID funding cuts could result in more than 14 million additional deaths by 2030. As for public broadcasting, Trump and many Republicans have long accused PBS and NPR of being 'biased,' but public media officials said critics distort what actually airs. Although the funding will start to dry up in the fall, some stations are already laying off staff, preparing to cut programs and searching for 'new funding models.' Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee voted on Thursday to advance the nomination of Emil Bove, President Trump's former personal attorney, to a federal judgeship. The decision came over the loud protests of Democrats who walked out of the committee proceedings. Bove's nomination has been contentious. Earlier this week, more than 75 former federal and state judges called on the panel to reject Bove, saying his 'egregious record of mistreating law enforcement officers, abusing power, and disregarding the law itself disqualifies him for this position.' In June, a whistleblower letter from a terminated DOJ employee alleged that Bove and other top officials intended to ignore court orders and mislead federal judges. Bove rebuffed such claims during his confirmation hearing. The former police officer who was found guilty of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor — when she was shot and killed in her Louisville, Kentucky home during a botched 'no-knock' raid in 2020 — will face sentencing on Monday. Although Brett Hankison wasn't the officer who killed Taylor, he did fire blindly through her window. In a court filing Wednesday, the DOJ asked that Hankison be sentenced to just 1 day in jail. And in Philadelphia, a former police officer who shot and killed a motorist during a traffic stop was sentenced on Thursday and then immediately granted parole. A judge sentenced Mark Dial to 9 1/2 months in jail for voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry — but then granted him parole because he had already been jailed for 10 months following his arrest in 2023. The city's district attorney and the victim's family condemned the sentence. President Trump vowed to sue the Wall Street Journal and its owner on Thursday after the newspaper published a 2003 birthday letter to accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein bearing Trump's name and a drawing of a naked woman. 'I told Rupert Murdoch it was a Scam, that he shouldn't print this Fake Story,' Trump wrote on his social media site. 'But he did, and now I'm going to sue his ass off, and that of his third rate newspaper.' Trump also posted on Truth Social that he had ordered Attorney General Pam Bondi 'to produce any and all pertinent Grand Jury testimony' about the Epstein investigation. It's unclear if this order will placate many of his MAGA supporters who are upset that his administration didn't release all of the Epstein files, as he had promised. Instead, the DOJ issued a memo that said Epstein had not been murdered in prison and did not leave a client list. Late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert will soon be off the air. On Thursday, he announced that CBS was canceling 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' next year, citing financial pressures. 'The Late Show' is typically the highest-rated show in late-night. The network's decision comes just two weeks after Paramount, the parent company of CBS, paid $16 million to settle a lawsuit lodged by President Trump against CBS News. Colbert, who is one of the staunchest critics of Trump on television, condemned the Paramount settlement on air, likening it to a 'big fat bribe.' 'The Late Show' franchise has been a cornerstone of the CBS lineup for more than 30 years. GET '5 THINGS' IN YOUR INBOX If your day doesn't start until you're up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to your new favorite morning fix. Sign up here for the '5 Things' newsletter. Two groups of passengers will now have the opportunity to enjoy an expedited process through security at the airport. The phrase 'leave no stone unturned' has taken on new meaning for paleontologists at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Prepare to pay more to watch live sports and 'Love Island USA.' The lyrics the musicians posted on social media seem to suggest that anything is possible. The Scottish singer has been taking care of his mental health since having a 'breakdown of sorts' at the Glastonbury Festival in 2023. Famed skydiver and BASE jumper Felix Baumgartner dies at 56Baumgartner achieved international recognition in 2012 when he performed a jump from 24 miles above the Earth, higher than anyone before him. He died on Thursday in a paragliding accident. If President Trump's 30% tariffs are enacted against the European Union and Mexico, which products are expected to increase in price?A. Fruits and vegetablesB. Toys and gamesC. Coffee beansD. Fresh-cut flowers Take me to the quiz! 51That's how many months two men were each sentenced to serve in prison for cutting down a landmark sycamore in northern England. The frequently photographed tree, which had stood sentinel on Hadrian's Wall for more than 200 years, also appeared in the 1991 movie 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.' 'Israel deeply regrets that a stray ammunition hit Gaza's Holy Family Church. Every innocent life lost is a tragedy.' —Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement after the only Catholic church in Gaza was attacked on Thursday. Three people died and several others, including the parish priest, were injured. 🌤️ Check your local forecast to see what you can expect. Disney says this new animatronic is its most lifelike one yet. See for yourself. Today's edition of 5 Things AM was edited and produced by CNN's Andrew Torgan.
Associated Press
30-06-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Political Division at Home Fuels Surging Youth Anxiety, According to Data from National Youth Mental Health Tracker
As 60% of Young People Report Worrying About U.S. Politics, Report Reveals that Family Divisions on the Issue are Eroding Youth Mental Health 'The influence isn't coming from social media or elected officials, it's coming from the dinner table.'— Dr. Sema Sgaier, CEO of Surgo Health. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2025 / / -- A new report from Surgo Health identifies that household political dynamics is a critical and underrecognized driver of emotional strain among young Americans. Drawing on nationally representative data from its Youth Mental Health Tracker—developed in partnership with Pivotal and SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios—Surgo Health finds that political division within families is increasingly impacting how youth feel, behave, and relate to others. Contrary to prevailing assumptions, the primary vector is not traditional media or social platforms. It's parents and peers. 'The influence isn't coming from social media or elected officials, it's coming from the dinner table,' said Dr. Sema Sgaier, CEO of Surgo Health. 'This data signals a fundamental shift: young people are internalizing political conflict through close relationships, not headlines.' Key Insights 1. Political anxiety is now a baseline reality. 60% of youth report worrying about U.S. politics. Rates spike among girls (71%) and LGBTQ+ youth (79%). Youth who oppose the current administration are 1.8x more likely to report recent mental health challenges. 2. Political division is damaging personal relationships. 1 in 5 youth say political arguments have disrupted family or peer dynamics. Nearly 50% report anxiety when discussing politics in school or at work. 3. Parents and Caregivers are the top political reference point—and emotional proxy. 65% of youth report parents and caregivers as their most cited political source. Youth who feel heard by their caregivers are 1.4x more likely to report a strong sense of meaning in life. Those who feel dismissed are nearly 2x more likely to report hopelessness. Implications for Civic and Mental Health Stakeholders Surgo Health's findings suggest that the nation's polarization is not only eroding political discourse, it's reshaping emotional development and civic readiness. The data points to a new front in youth engagement: addressing the familial environments where civic identity is first formed. 'If we're serious about preparing the next generation for democratic participation, we must also account for the emotional terrain they're navigating today,' Dr. Sgaier added. 'What they're feeling now will define how they show up later.' About Surgo Health Surgo Health is a Public Benefit Corporation pioneering data and analytics to transform how the healthcare system understands people. We uncover the unseen drivers of health—people's beliefs, barriers, and behaviors—and transform that intelligence into scalable products that enable organizations to drive impact, reduce costs, and advance equity. By revealing the human side of healthcare, we're making it more personal, precise, and effective—for everyone. The Youth Mental Health Tracker (YMHT) created by Surgo Health, with support from Pivotal and SHOWTIME/MTVE Entertainment Studios, uncovers the complexities of youth mental health and wellbeing, providing actionable insights that equip communities, policymakers, and healthcare providers to foster environments where young people can truly thrive. About SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios produces 120+ series annually, including some of today's biggest hits such as Yellowstone, Emily in Paris, 1923, 1883, George and Tammy, South Park, Tulsa King, The Daily Show, RuPaul's Drag Race, The Challenge and Jersey Shore, to name a few, as well as award-winning documentaries through its acclaimed MTV Documentary Films. MTV Entertainment uses its reach for social impact, spearheading broad change-driven coalitions, content and campaigns on mental health and civic engagement. Karen D Groppe SurgoHealth +1 240-855-8947 email us here Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Where LGBTQ+ youth in L.A. can find mental health support right now
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration announced last week that it will phase out the 'Press 3' option on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which had previously directed LGBTQ+ youth to specialized counselors. The change is part of a broader restructuring aimed at integrating services and providing a unified response for all individuals seeking mental health support. In a statement, SAMHSA said it would no longer silo services for 'LGB+ youth' and instead consolidate resources to support all help seekers through a single point of access. Notably, the agency's updated language referred only to 'LGB+' individuals, omitting the 'T' that typically stands for transgender, drawing scrutiny from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups. 'Everyone who contacts the 988 Lifeline will continue to receive access to skilled, caring, culturally competent crisis counselors who can help with suicidal, substance misuse, or mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress,' the agency said. 'Anyone who calls the Lifeline will continue to receive compassion and help.' Prior to the 'Press 3' option was introduced, the Trevor Project—an organization focused on suicide prevention among LGBTQ+ young people—was the sole provider of the service. It has since become one of seven organizations that make up the LGBTQ Youth Subnetwork. Jaymes Black, CEO of the Trevor Project, called the decision 'devastating' and criticized what they described as a politically motivated rollback of an evidence-based, bipartisan support system. 'Suicide prevention is about people, not politics,' Black said in a statement. 'The administration's decision to remove a bipartisan, evidence-based service that has effectively supported a high-risk group of young people through their darkest moments is incomprehensible. The fact that this news comes to us halfway through Pride Month is callous — as is the administration's choice to remove the 'T' from the acronym 'LGBTQ+' in their announcement. Transgender people can never, and will never, be erased.' The lifeline has served more than 1.3 million LGBTQ+ youth since its inception, according to the Trevor Project. Black emphasized that the organization's own counselors remain available around the clock and encouraged youth to reach out directly. 'I want every LGBTQ+ young person to know that you are worthy, you are loved, and you belong – despite this heartbreaking news,' Black said. 'The Trevor Project's crisis counselors are here for you 24/7, just as we always have been, to help you navigate anything you might be feeling right now.' The Trump Administration's change to the 988 lifeline will take effect in less than 30 days. In the meantime, LGBTQ+ individuals, families, and advocates are being urged to explore alternative mental health resources, and for Angelenos there's various options available. For those in the Los Angeles area, the following organizations provide inclusive, culturally competent mental health services for LGBTQ+ individuals. The following list was curated by the Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles County's Alternative Crisis Response: Access the county's 24/7 helpline at (800) 854-7771 for culturally responsive mental health professionals trained to serve LGBTQ+ individuals. The Trevor Project: Offers nationwide crisis services and peer support. Reach out by texting 'START' to 678-678, calling (866) 488-7386, or visiting for live chat support. Trans Lifeline: A nonprofit staffed by trans individuals, providing emotional and financial support. Call (877) 565-8860, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT. Desi LGBTQ+ Helpline (DEQH): Offers support to South Asian LGBTQ+ individuals. Call (908) 367-3374 on Thursdays and Sundays, 5 to 7 p.m. PT, or submit a request online. Los Angeles LGBT Center: Provides housing, legal aid, healthcare, and mental health services. Visit or call (323) 993-7400. APLA Health: With eight locations in LA and Long Beach, APLA offers comprehensive health and support services. Appointments available online. Yellow Chair Collective: Specializing in culturally responsive, LGBTQ+-affirming counseling, especially for Asian American and multicultural clients. More info at Planned Parenthood: Some centers offer gender-affirming care and mental health support groups for queer youth ages 14 to 21. Visit for locations and services. CalHOPE: A state-run resource offering free mental health support and links to LGBTQ+-affirming services. Call (833) 317-4673 or visit As national infrastructure shifts, mental health professionals and advocates emphasize that timely, culturally competent care remains essential—particularly for LGBTQ+ youth, who continue to face elevated risks of depression, anxiety and suicide. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bipartisan House coalition demands RFK Jr. reverse Trump's plan to end LGBTQ+ suicide prevention hotline
A bipartisan group of U.S. House lawmakers is urging Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to block the Trump administration's plan to eliminate the LGBTQ+ youth services within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline—an emergency support network that has served more than 1.3 million contacts since its full implementation in 2023. Keep up with the latest in + news and politics. The Wednesday letter, signed by Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat from Illinois, New York Republican Michael Lawler, Massachusetts Democrat Seth Moulton, and Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican from Pennsylvania, calls on Kennedy to stop a 30-day phaseout announced by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration on June 17. According to internal agency guidance, the LGBTQ+-specific branch of the hotline, which allows callers to 'press 3' to connect with affirming counselors, is set to be dismantled by July 17, according to SAMHSA. Related: Advocates and health experts worry Trump's suicide prevention hotline cuts will increase LGBTQ+ youth deaths 'This is not some kind of hotline set by a liberal Democratic administration,' Krishnamoorthi said in an interview with The Advocate Thursday morning. 'It was actually signed into law by President Trump. Various Republicans in the Senate and the House supported it.' Since the line became fully operational in 2023, he noted, 'it has received an astonishing 1.3 million calls, texts, and other forms of communication' and was 'averaging 2,900 contacts every day' as recently as February. Krishnamoorthi, who serves as a ranking member of the House Oversight Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services, raised the issue sharply during a Wednesday hearing on diversity, equity, and inclusion policy rollbacks. 'In the name of expunging DEI, the Trump administration has lurched from the farcical to the cruel,' he said, highlighting the crisis line's termination as an especially harmful example. 'These actions are wrong, but do not compete in cruelty with the ending of a suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth.' The LGBTQ+ subnetwork of 988 was developed under a bipartisan mandate to offer tailored support to high-risk groups, much like the veteran-specific track within the program. In addition to young people, it has provided critical services to adults experiencing distress related to anti-LGBTQ+ violence, legislation, and rejection. Related: Trump administration finalizes plan to eliminate LGBTQ+ 988 crisis services during WorldPride At the hearing, Krishnamoorthi pressed conservative legal activist Daniel Lennington on whether he disputed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data from the Trump administration showing LGBTQ+ youth face significantly higher suicide risk. Lennington replied he was 'not aware of anything to do with the suicide hotline,' prompting Krishnamoorthi to respond, 'That's the problem—a lack of awareness.' Krishnamoorthi told The Advocate that the decision to eliminate the program was driven by the Trump administration's broader campaign against diversity and inclusion initiatives. 'Eliminating this lifeline is cruelty because you are essentially discontinuing a service that saves lives,' he said. 'In the name of fighting DEI, they're going to cause a lot of young people to DIE.' Krishnamoorthi warned that 'especially now, during a time when the LGBTQ+ community at large feels tremendous pressure,' the need for the hotline may be 'much higher than it was before.' Krishnamoorthi emphasized the rare bipartisan nature of the letter to Kennedy. 'It's hard to get bipartisan letters, let alone legislation, on topics involving the LGBTQ+ community,' he said. 'But this one touches a nerve. I think that young people, whoever they are, still occupy a soft corner in people's hearts regardless of ideology.' The Trump administration's move, first reported in The Advocate in April, was confirmed in the FY2026 budget released during WorldPride in Washington, D.C. Mental health advocates and LGBTQ+ organizations have condemned the proposal as reckless and dangerous. Mark Henson of The Trevor Project previously told The Advocate the 988 LGBTQ+ subnetwork is 'a vital tool' that serves more than 60,000 young people each month. Without it, advocates warn, those calls may go unanswered—or be routed to general crisis lines lacking LGBTQ+ expertise. In response to a question about his message to young LGBTQ+ people, Krishnamoorthi said he's met with young people and their parents and understands their pain. 'We've got to band together at the state level, at the local level to protect whatever rights we can. We must continue to fight for change in the future,' he said. Krishmamoorthi added, 'If we can rally around a group of people, it would be our young people.' If you or someone you know needs mental health resources and support, please call, text, or chat with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or visit for 24/7 access to free and confidential services. Trans Lifeline, designed for transgender or gender-nonconforming people, can be reached at (877) 565-8860. The lifeline also provides resources to help with other crises, such as domestic violence situations. The Trevor Project Lifeline, for LGBTQ+ youth (ages 24 and younger), can be reached at (866) 488-7386. Users can also access chat services at or text START to 678678. This article originally appeared on Advocate: Bipartisan House coalition demands RFK Jr. reverse Trump's plan to end LGBTQ+ suicide prevention hotline Advocates and health experts worry Trump's suicide prevention hotline cuts will increase LGBTQ+ youth deaths The Trevor Project Extends 988 Crisis Line Partnership to Support Vulnerable LGBTQ+ Youth
