Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:16pm on 16 Dec 2023,Saturday International
Homelessness in the United States surged by 12%, reaching a record high of about 653,000 people, the most since 2007. Soaring rents and the waning impact of pandemic assistance contributed to the increase. The data reveals a concerning rise in first-time homelessness and ends a downward trend in family homelessness since 2012. Housing Secretary Marcia Fudge emphasizes the urgent need for proven solutions. While progress was made in reducing homelessness in recent years, factors like the shortage of affordable homes and high housing costs contribute to the current crisis.
