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flag Congress debates cutting federal funds for cities with "soft on crime" policies like defunding police or cashless bail.

flag Congress held hearings in September 2025 to debate whether cities that defund police or adopt cashless bail systems should lose federal funding, amid rising political scrutiny over so-called "soft on crime" policies. flag The discussions, fueled by emotional testimony from a father who lost his child to violence, highlighted tensions between criminal justice reform and public safety. flag Lawmakers considered whether federal grants should be tied to traditional policing and bail practices, reflecting broader national debate over local policy autonomy, crime prevention, and equity in the justice system. flag A public poll is underway to gauge American opinion on the issue.

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