President Trump Signs Executive Order to Support Foster Care for Older Teens

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday aimed at bolstering support for teens aging out of the foster care system, a move hailed by advocates as a vital step toward providing stability and preventing homelessness for vulnerable youth.

The order, titled “Fostering the Future,” seeks to expand and enhance access to education, workforce and career development, digital resources and other supports for foster youth transitioning to adulthood.

“This executive order… gives me tremendous pride. It is both empathetic, and strategic… I predict this small spark today will ignite a profound and lasting nationwide movement,” Trump said.

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