Police Capt to Newsmax: Trump’s Bail Order Puts Victims First

Philadelphia Police Department Capt. John Hoyt applauded President Donald Trump’s executive order ending cashless bail in Washington, D.C., telling Newsmax on Tuesday it’s a long-overdue measure that prioritizes victims over criminals.

Speaking on “National Report,” Hoyt said the order sends a powerful signal that crime will not be tolerated in the nation’s capital.

“First and foremost, it sends a clear message to the criminals of that area that it’s not going to be tolerated. And I appreciate what the president is doing,” Hoyt said. “A lot of politicians want to weigh in on public safety, which is, quite frankly, hilarious considering their record on defunding police.”

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