Citizens express ‘fear’ after Trump enacts an executive order that may drastically affect homelessness

Trump Signs Controversial Executive Order Targeting Homelessness
President Donald Trump signed a new executive order on July 24 aimed at cracking down on homelessness across the US. The move has sparked widespread concern on social media.

What the Executive Order Does
The order directs Attorney General Pam Bondi to seek the reversal of federal and state court rulings and end consent decrees. This aims to make it easier for cities to remove homeless individuals from the streets and place them into treatment centers.

It states that civil commitment for people with mental illness who pose risks or cannot care for themselves will “restore public order.” The order claims that allowing disorder in cities harms both the homeless and other citizens.

White House Responds
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told USA TODAY that Trump is “delivering on his commitment to Make America Safe Again and end homelessness.”

She emphasized the administration’s goal to remove “vagrant criminals” and redirect resources toward substance abuse programs. Leavitt said these steps will help communities feel safe while providing support for those struggling with addiction or mental health issues.

Critics Call the Order ‘Dangerous’
The National Homelessness Law Center (NHLC) harshly criticized the order. They called it “dangerous” and warned it would “make homelessness worse” by depriving people of basic rights.

NHLC pointed out that the order does nothing to reduce housing costs or help people financially. They stressed that the safest communities have more housing and resources, not laws that criminalize poverty or illness.

Forced Treatment Sparks Ethical Concerns
According to NHLC, forced treatment is “unethical, ineffective, and illegal.” They argue that people need stable housing and healthcare, not institutionalization.

The group warned the order would push more people into homelessness, divert taxpayer money, and make it harder for communities to solve homelessness.

Background: Supreme Court Decision and Public Reaction
This executive order follows a June Supreme Court decision banning people from sleeping rough in public places.

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