DOJ: PREVENTION AND MENTORING PROGRAMS

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and its various divisions, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), continues to clamp down on the influx of illegal drugs into our country. But, here's something you may not know: The DOJ is also highly focused on supporting victims of illicit activities—especially innocent youth and children.

"Today, we are announcing millions in grants," said Attorney General Jeff Sessions, "intended to help the most vulnerable victims of the opioid crisis: children. The Department is investing almost $35 million to assist youth victims of this crisis through enhancing community programs, supporting partnerships with victim service providers, and establishing mentoring programs. We are also announcing another $35 million for state law enforcement in states with high levels of heroin and methamphetamine abuse. These measures take us one step closer to bringing this crisis to an end.”

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