Legislators Unite to Safeguard DOJ Division Focused on Mitigating Racial Tensions

In light of the Trump administration's reductions to civil rights initiatives and public safety financing, House Democrats are appealing to the Justice Department to preserve the Community Relations Service, known as “America’s Peacemaker.” Founded by the 1964 Civil Rights Act, it assists communities in navigating ethnic conflicts. Throughout its six-decade journey, CRS has facilitated dialogue and mediation in cities like Minneapolis and Akron during critical unrest. Legislators, including Rep. Bobby Scott, contend that its elimination could deepen societal divides.