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Tribal Public Safety Funding at Center of Heated Debate
WASHINGTON D.C. – Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Matt M. Dummermuth of the Office of Justice Programs has come under fire for the lack of funding allocated for tribal public safety in Alaska, a move that has left many native communities feeling vulnerable and underprotected.
According to a recent report, more than four in five American Indian and Alaska Native adults have experienced some form of violence in their lifetime, and more than half of all American Indian and Alaska Native women experienced sexual violence in their lifetime. That is almost three million people who have experienced stalking, physical or sexual violence, or psychological aggression by intimate partners.
The report also highlighted the staggering rates at which American Indian and Alaska Native children and youth experience violence and post-traumatic stress, with almost all American Indian and Alaska Native victims reporting experiencing violence at the hands of a non-native perpetrator at least once in their lifetime.
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Dummermuth appeared before the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs to discuss President Trump’s budget request for fiscal year (FY) 2020, which proposed to direct considerable resources to supporting tribes as they develop solutions to combat violence and ensure public safety in native communities.
However, critics argue that the proposed budget falls short of addressing the needs of tribal communities, with many feeling that the funds allocated are insufficient to make a meaningful impact.
As the nation continues to grapple with the complex issues surrounding tribal public safety, one thing is clear: the need for increased funding and support for native communities is more pressing than ever.
Stay tuned to Grimy Times for further updates on this developing story.
Key Facts
- State: Alaska
- Category: Public Corruption|Violent Crime|Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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