Trump reverses $187M in cuts to DHS, counterterrorism in New York

The administration previously cut $187 million for counterterrorism operations in New York.

By Ben Whedon

Published: October 3, 2025 12:47pm

Updated: October 3, 2025 12:49pm

President Donald Trump on Friday confirmed that he had reversed cuts to the Department of Homeland Security and counterterrorism operations in the Empire State.

"I am pleased to advise that I reversed the cuts made to Homeland Security and Counterterrorism for New York City and State. It was my Honor to do so. Thank you for your attention to this matter! President DJT" he posted on Truth Social.

The administration previously cut $187 million for counterterrorism operations in New York. Trump made the reversal after speaking with Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-N.Y., earlier this week, according to Spectrum News.

"From the moment [Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem] tried to defund our police and counterterrorism programs, we stood up and fought back," Hochul said in a statement. "I’m glad that [Trump] heard our call to reverse these cuts."

"That means $187 million for the NYPD, FDNY & first responders across the state that keep New Yorkers safe," she added.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent at Just the News. Follow him on X.