Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis shows

The Trump administration has slashed or suspended approximately $177 billion in federal grants across every state since the president assumed office for his second term, according to a new tracking tool released on Wednesday by a pro-democracy nonprofit and a coalition of researchers and scientists. This figure represents roughly 10% of federal discretionary spending, underscoring the profound scale and tangible human consequences of these funding interruptions.

The analysis, conducted by the States United Democracy Center and Grant Witness organizations, examined all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The largest share of cuts impacted health, nutrition, environmental protection, and disaster relief programs. Some of the eliminated or delayed grants included those supporting maternal health initiatives in Michigan, educational research in Mississippi, and assistance for minority farmers in Iowa.

California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and North Carolina bore the brunt of the funding disruptions, with these states experiencing the most substantial reductions in grant money. Scott Delaney, co-founder of Grant Witness, emphasized that the tool "puts the magnitude of their impact on full display."

Kelly Rader, research director at the States United Democracy Center, noted that "Lost Funds" showcases the extraordinary scope and real-world ramifications of these funding disruptions, highlighting how states must continue to safeguard their residents.

The tracker, which is publicly accessible and uses data from USASpending.gov, a government data source, will be regularly updated as the administration implements new actions and legal challenges progress through the courts. While some courts have ruled against the administration's grant funding cuts, the organizations believe the tracker will provide ongoing insight into the administration's actions and the resulting impact on state governments and their constituents.