However, organizations like Freedom Network USA warned that abrupt funding cancellations could leave domestic abuse victims without essential resources, particularly housing assistance.

This decision has sparked immediate backlash from advocacy groups and lawmakers, who have labeled the cuts as 'reckless' and detrimental to public safety.

These cuts are part of a broader initiative by the Trump administration to reduce federal spending, particularly targeting programs related to diversity and refugee resettlement.

The Vera Institute of Justice criticized the cuts as politically motivated, arguing they endanger the safety of vulnerable victims and harm marginalized groups.

Many Justice Department employees were reportedly unaware of the grant cancellations until after grantees were notified, highlighting a lack of communication within the department.

The Department of Justice has canceled over 350 grants totaling more than $800 million, significantly impacting various organizations and programs, including Activating Change, which provides critical services for individuals with disabilities.

Despite the extensive cuts, Attorney General Pam Bondi claimed that the department would ensure that victim services remain unaffected, suggesting a selective approach to grant terminations.

Following public outcry, the DOJ reinstated some grants, including those for crime-victim hotlines and domestic violence support, indicating a response to the backlash.

Former officials expressed concern that these cuts disproportionately impact organizations serving minority and marginalized populations, as well as those in rural areas, threatening access to vital services.

Critics, including New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin, emphasized that the cuts jeopardize essential programs aimed at protecting vulnerable populations and could lead to increased harm.

Among the cuts, approximately $77.3 million was slashed from the Office for Victims of Crime, while about $535 million was cut from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, which supports local law enforcement and corrections.

Additionally, the cuts affected essential services related to criminal justice reform and recidivism reduction, which support formerly incarcerated individuals.