A new federal report shows homelessness decreased in California and nationwide for the first time since 2016. - California saw a 2.8% drop, with 181,934 homeless individuals counted.
- Nationwide, homelessness fell 3.3% to an estimated 745,652 people. - The Trump administration credits immigration enforcement and policy shifts, while activists point to Biden-era funding.
- The report removed gender categories and changed terminology from 'people experiencing homelessness' to 'homeless persons.' Experts warn that progress may be short-lived due to policy changes under the Trump administration.