Ending Crime and Disorder on America's Streets

On July 24, 2025, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 14321, aimed at addressing crime and disorder related to homelessness in U.S. cities. The order calls for increased use of civil commitment to treat homeless individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues, along with enforcing laws against drug use and urban camping. The initiative may face legal challenges, as it seeks to reverse existing judicial precedents and consent decrees, while politically, it could spark debates over civil liberties and the effectiveness of a law-and-order approach to homelessness.