Summary
President Donald Trump signed executive orders to end cashless bail, which lets people avoid paying money to be released from jail before a trial. The orders could cut federal funding to places with cashless bail and aim to change policies in Washington, D.C. Trump claims cashless bail raises crime, but some studies show crime has not increased due to these reforms.
Key Facts
- Cashless bail allows people accused of crimes to be released without paying a bond.
- Trump signed orders that might stop federal money to areas with cashless bail.
- Trump wants cashless bail ended in Washington, D.C.
- Trump's claim that crime increased due to bail reform does not match national crime data.
- Some studies show cashless bail has not led to higher crime rates.
- Critics say cash bail is unfair to those who cannot afford it and disrupts families.
- States like New York and cities have adopted bail reforms to prevent pre-trial detention for low-risk offenses.
- The tragedy of Kalief Browder highlighted issues with the traditional bail system, leading to reform efforts.
