LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Line Shut Down | Chicago News

Over 600,000 LGBTQI+ youth reached out to a specialized 988 crisis line last year—offering life-saving, affirming support when it mattered most. But in July 2025, the Trump administration shut it down, calling it ideologically driven, despite overwhelming data showing LGBTQ+ youth face alarmingly high suicide risks. Before its closure, the service handled nearly 1.6 million calls and is linked to thousands of prevented youth suicides, including an 11% drop in teen suicide rates. Now, a bipartisan push is underway to restore and permanently protect this vital lifeline through the 988 LGBTQ+ Youth Access Act—ensuring no young person ever has to face crisis alone again. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3c69210bb8419308