US retreats on anti-trafficking promises
From Ellie Finkelstein, Freedom United
| September 21st, 2025 News Digest |
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| Law & policy US anti-trafficking capacity gutted, survivor support in jeopardy The Trump administration is dismantling lifesaving US anti-trafficking efforts by cutting international programs and sidelining domestic investigators. With an October 1 funding deadline looming, organizations that prevent trafficking, support survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable risk losing crucial resources. Show more… |
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This article deeply concerns me, especially the cuts to anti-trafficking funding. It’s crucial that governments keep their promises and support organizations helping survivors. We must demand justice and stop modern slavery in all its forms.basketball games online free