Summer Lee: “Last year, the DOJ also abruptly terminated about 500…”

“It responded to crises when they happened and connected local governments and municipalities with resources to help victims and and survivors. Last year, the DOJ also abruptly terminated about 500 million in federal grants to more than 200 organizations and local governments working on community safety and justice issues. One of the things these organizations do is work to combat street violence and connect people with mental health services. And they get results.” (02:46–03:01)

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