HHS Secretary RFK Jr. Announces $700M More for Addiction Recovery with Emphasis on Faith-Based Orgs

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced more than $700 million in new funding to treat drug addiction, mental illness, and homelessness. The administration specifically prioritizes access for faith-based organizations in the distribution of these resources. This move signals a significant shift toward integrating religious institutions into the national healthcare and recovery infrastructure.