Biden Marks VAWA Anniversary with New Initiatives

President Joe Biden marked the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) by hosting an event at the White House, attended by nearly 1,000 survivors and advocates. Biden highlighted the law as a significant achievement in his political career, emphasizing its role in changing American culture regarding domestic violence. Without directly naming Donald Trump, Biden contrasted his administration’s efforts with his predecessor's, who saw the law lapse in 2019 before it was reauthorized in 2022. The Biden administration announced new initiatives, including $690 million in grant funding, a resource center for cybercrimes, and an office to address housing needs for survivors. The event underscored the progress made since the law's passage, including a 67% drop in domestic violence rates. Biden's remarks and new measures aim to further support survivors and enhance protections against gender-based violence.