States Sue Over Homeless Housing Cap | Duluth News

Duluth News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Twenty states, including Minnesota, are suing the Trump administration over a new funding cap aimed at helping homeless individuals secure permanent housing. Attorney General Ellison leads the charge, calling the policy arbitrary and unsupported by science, arguing it forces states to prioritize sobriety before housing — a stance he deems unfair and counterproductive. With Wisconsin and Michigan joining the legal fight, the lawsuit seeks to protect access to housing as a basic right, not a conditional milestone. The outcome could reshape how federal funds are used nationwide to combat…