The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reported an 18% increase in homelessness, highlighting continuing struggles among various demographics, particularly families with children and individuals experiencing chronic homelessness.
The HUD report indicates that homelessness reached the highest numbers in 2024 for various demographics, contrasting with the only decline seen in the veteran population, emphasizing systemic issues in addressing this crisis.
Biden administration acknowledged that the report, focused on last year's data, may not accurately reflect current homelessness due to evolving policies and changing circumstances on the ground.
Overrepresentation of Black, African American, or African individuals experiencing homelessness underscores deep systemic inequalities that persist within the housing crisis in the United States.
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