NEW PUBLIC OPINION RESEARCH
Voters see violence prevention programs as essential; want the Dept. of Justice to restore funding.
- 90% of likely voters approve of “Federal funding for violence prevention programs and victim services.” These strong ratings run across partisan lines.
- Eight of ten voters (79%) agree that the ”The Trump administration and the Department of Justice should reinstate funding for victim services, community violence prevention programs and youth outreach.”
In April 2025, the Department of Justice abruptly terminated 365 grants worth more than $800 million. Organizations in 36 states that provide victim services, violence prevention, and other essential safety services have had to stop or modify their operations.
A new national public opinion research of likely voters commissioned by Alliance for Safety and Justice (ASJ) and conducted by McLaughlin & Associates shows overwhelming bipartisan support for violence prevention and victim services programs and opposition to the U.S. Department of Justice’s recent public safety funding cuts. The data reveals that American voters, across party lines, ideologies and demographics, believe these cuts will jeopardize victims of violence and undermine public safety.
Voters see a direct connection between investing in victim services and violence intervention, and protecting public safety
Key findings from the public opinion research show an overwhelming majority of voters consider community violence intervention programs, youth programs, trauma recovery centers and emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence essential for public safety and that they should be protected from cuts: 90% of likely voters approve of “federal funding for violence prevention programs and victim services”.
Seventy-three percent agree that “Strong neighborhood programs that can prevent violence, help reduce pressures on law enforcement agencies and reduce crime are essential for a strong public safety system,” and another 86% agree that “There is no one size fits all solution to violence and crime. It requires strong neighborhood programs such as community violence prevention programs and victim services, as well as effective law enforcement response.”
Voters want the grants reinstated
Results of the public opinion research show nearly eight in ten voters, 79%, agree the Trump Administration and the Department of Justice should reinstate vital federal grants for victim services, community violence intervention programs, trauma recovery and youth outreach. The survey also found that, with near unanimity at 90%, likely voters approve of federal funding for violence prevention programs and victim services across partisan lines.
Voters Expect Action
We urge the administration and the Department of Justice to restore these lifesaving funds and protect these programs from future cuts.
Take Action and Learn More
Contact your member of Congress to ask them to reverse the cuts at reversethecuts.org