Joe Biden visits Baltimore, announces $700 million in funding for crime prevention programs
Biden's visit comes amid a rise in violent crime in Baltimore
President Joe Biden visited Baltimore on Thursday to announce $700 million in funding for crime prevention programs. The funding will be used to support a variety of programs, including job training, mentoring, and after-school programs. Biden's visit comes amid a rise in violent crime in Baltimore. In 2022, the city saw a 30% increase in homicides.
The funding will be used to support a variety of crime prevention programs
The $700 million in funding will be used to support a variety of crime prevention programs, including:
- Job training programs
- Mentoring programs
- After-school programs
- Community policing initiatives
- Violence intervention programs
Biden's visit comes amid a rise in violent crime in Baltimore
Biden's visit to Baltimore comes amid a rise in violent crime in the city. In 2022, Baltimore saw a 30% increase in homicides. The city has also seen an increase in non-fatal shootings and robberies.
The funding is part of Biden's broader crime prevention agenda
The $700 million in funding for Baltimore is part of Biden's broader crime prevention agenda. Biden has proposed a number of measures to address crime, including increasing funding for law enforcement, investing in community policing, and expanding access to mental health services.
Biden's visit to Baltimore was met with mixed reactions
Biden's visit to Baltimore was met with mixed reactions. Some residents welcomed the funding for crime prevention programs, while others were skeptical of its impact. Some residents also expressed concern about the increase in crime in the city.
