Trump plans executive orders targeting cashless bail in DC and nationwide
President Trump Plans to End Cashless Bail in Washington, D.C. and Nationwide
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President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order on Monday aimed at eliminating cashless bail for suspects arrested in Washington, D.C., a White House official confirmed to Fox News.
Additionally, Trump is expected to sign a second executive order targeting the end of cash bail nationwide by threatening to revoke federal funding for jurisdictions across the country, as reported by the New York Post.
Trump previously discussed his plans to end the no-cash bail policy, citing concerns about public safety and the impact of such policies on crime rates in cities like New York and Chicago.
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters in the Oval Office of the White House, Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP Photo)
The move to end cashless bail is seen as a departure from progressive criminal justice reforms, with concerns about potential increases in recidivism rates as a result.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a vocal critic of the state’s cashless bail law, has raised alarms about the impact of bail reforms on public safety and recidivism rates in the city.
The Trump administration’s focus on addressing crime and homelessness in Washington, D.C., has sparked controversy and drawn criticism from local officials.
President Donald Trump speaks with members of law enforcement and National Guard soldiers, Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP Photo)
As the debate over cashless bail and criminal justice reforms continues, the Trump administration remains focused on its efforts to address crime and public safety concerns in cities like Chicago.
Stay tuned for further updates on President Trump’s executive orders and their implications for the criminal justice system.
Contributors: Fox News Digital’s Danielle Wallace, Amanda Macias and Alexandra Koch
