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Trump Cuts Gun Violence Funding, Local Programs Struggle

1/4/2026

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Redmond Addresses Gun Violence

The Trump administration terminated federal funding for gun violence prevention programs, significantly affecting Hampton Roads.
Local groups like GiveBack2DaBlock now struggle to provide essential services because of the cuts.
Darrell Redmond, founder of GiveBack2DaBlock, says the loss includes jobs and resources.
He plans a forum for mothers affected by gun violence to address trauma and maintain momentum through partnerships with local police.

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Activists Challenge Trump

Resistance against U.S. President Donald Trump is growing as his poll numbers decline.
Activists are challenging his policies, particularly his economic decisions and immigration raids.
A Pew Research Center poll shows 53% oppose his deportation tactics.
Civil rights groups are suing Trump.
Media outlets share stories that humanize immigrants as progressives fight the aesthetics of cruelty defining Trumpism.

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Redmond Addresses Gun Violence

The Trump administration terminated federal funding for gun violence prevention programs, significantly affecting Hampton Roads.
Local groups like GiveBack2DaBlock now struggle to provide essential services because of the cuts.
Darrell Redmond, founder of GiveBack2DaBlock, says the loss includes jobs and resources.
He plans a forum for mothers affected by gun violence to address trauma and maintain momentum through partnerships with local police.

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