In response to the Trump administration's plan to shut down a subnetwork of the national 988 crisis hotline, The Trevor Project's ongoing work in crisis intervention and counselor training has been underscored as a crucial support system for LGBTQ+ youth. The organization's role in addressing high rates of suicidal ideation among LGBTQ+ youth has been highlighted, reinforcing its commitment to marginalized communities in the face of authoritarian policies.

Amid a broader backlash against LGBTQ rights during Pride Month, the White House abruptly halted its partnership with The Trevor Project, a nonprofit dedicated to suicide prevention for LGBTQ youth, reflecting a politically charged attack on marginalized communities.

The Trump administration announced the termination of the Trevor Project's $26 million federal contract, which funds its specialized LGBTQ crisis hotline service. The decision, aimed at consolidating hotline offerings, eliminates the dedicated option for LGBTQ youth, risking a significant budget shortfall and potential staff layoffs. Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black condemned the move as an attack on life-saving services for marginalized LGBTQ youth.

On June 18, 2025, The Trevor Project received official notice that SAMHSA, acting on orders from the Trump administration, will terminate the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services program effective July 17, 2025. In response, CEO Jaymes Black issued a statement condemning the decision as callous and politically motivated, and mobilized public support by urging Congress to reverse the decision and protect critical crisis services for LGBTQ+ youth.

Amid the Trump administration's finalized proposal to eliminate federal funding for LGBTQ+ specialized crisis services under the 988 system, the Trevor Project has mobilized a public campaign. CEO Jaymes Black led the charge with statements condemning the cuts, and the organization launched a petition, emergency fundraising appeal, and an open letter signed by high-profile figures.

The Trevor Project announced significant layoffs and a structural transformation aimed at reallocating resources to its crisis services, a move that was implemented without union participation and amid concerns from staff and union representatives about worker treatment. The decision comes in the context of challenging political expectations with an incoming Trump administration and pressure on LGBTQ rights.

Following contentious layoffs that disproportionately affected union advocates and marginalized workers, Trevor Project staff and union representatives have filed an Unfair Labor Practice charge and released a petition against the organization's anti-union tactics.

After workers unionized and won voluntary recognition from management, The Trevor Project also announced layoffs affecting 12% of its staff – including key union advocates – during active bargaining sessions. While management maintains the layoffs were a necessary step for organizational sustainability and were not targeted at union supporters, union representatives express concern that the timing undermines fair labor practices.