CONGRESSMAN DANNY K. DAVIS CONDEMNS TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S HARMFUL BUDGET CUTS TO PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAMS IN CHICAGO

Today, Congressman Danny K. Davis strongly criticized the Trump administration's sweeping budget cuts, which included the elimination of federal funding for 50 police officers in Chicago through the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program. These cuts, part of a broader effort to freeze critical federal funding, jeopardize public safety and essential community health services across the country.

“President Trump’s decision to strip Chicago of 50 police officers is an affront to our city’s efforts to build safer communities through smart, community-based policing,” said Congressman Davis. “These cuts endanger public safety while undermining trust between law enforcement and the people they serve.”

The Congressman also condemned the administration’s broader funding freeze, which will have devastating consequences nationwide.

“These budget cuts are something that I've never seen for over 45 years in the legislative process, but we can come together and make things better, not just for those areas, but for the entire city. But I want to applaud the first responders, the firefighters because they have done a tremendous job.”

 Programs directly impacted include:

• Community Health Centers: Critical federal funding supporting over 30 million low-income patients is frozen, creating chaos for those relying on essential healthcare services.
• Public Safety Grants: Freezing COPS and Byrne Justice Assistance grants will significantly hinder crime prevention and reentry programs, leaving communities more vulnerable.
• Education and Nutrition Assistance: Key programs like Title I for low-income students, IDEA for children with disabilities, and SNAP benefits face severe disruptions, further increasing hardships for working families.
• Small businesses: The Small Business Administration will have to halt loans to small businesses—including those in disaster ravaged communities in North Carolina, Texas, and Florida. 

“From our schools to our streets, these reckless budget cuts undermine the core services that Chicago families depend on every day,” said Davis. “This administration’s unlawful and short-sighted decisions are an attack on the American people, and they disproportionately harm cities like ours.”

Congressman Davis emphasized the urgent need to restore funding and reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for Chicago’s communities. “We need a budget that prioritizes people over politics and protects public safety, education, and healthcare,” he added.

About Congressman Danny K. Davis
Congressman Danny K. Davis proudly represents Illinois’ 7th Congressional District, which includes the heart of Chicago and many surrounding communities. Since being elected to Congress in 1996, Congressman Davis has been a tireless advocate for social and economic justice, education reform, healthcare access, criminal justice reform, and community development. Known for his commitment to equity and opportunity, he has championed legislation addressing the needs of underserved communities, including initiatives to reduce recidivism, expand access to affordable housing, and improve public safety.

As a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee, Congressman Davis plays a key role in shaping national tax, healthcare, and social service policies. He is a leader in promoting comprehensive support for working families, children, and seniors, and his work has earned him national recognition for his dedication to public service.

For more information, visit Congressman Danny K. Davis's official website.

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