Statement From Congressman Dan Goldman on the Trump Administration’s Cancellation of Department of Justice Grants for Gun-Violence Prevention, Treatment Centers, More

“Despite his public statements, President Donald Trump’s actions have made it abundantly clear how little he truly cares about the health and safety of the American people. At his direction, the Department of Justice has canceled hundreds of previously allocated grants that supported youth gun violence prevention programs, opioid addiction treatment centers, and community initiatives aimed at protecting those most often targeted by hate crimes.

 

“These grant cuts expose the blatant hypocrisy from an administration determined to dismantle programs that protect the American people. Trump campaigned on improving public safety, yet slashing programs that reduce the demand for guns and drugs will only make our communities less safe.

 

“Legislation like my PROSPER Act—which invests in community violence prevention— significantly boosts proven methods that reduce crime and improve public safety, including initiatives and programs that prevent delinquency, curb gang activity, and address the gun violence crisis. As Trump continues to strip funding from vital organizations doing the hard work in our communities, it is even more important for Congress to act to keep the public safe. "