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Federal Arguments Against Domestic Violence

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Domestic violence is referred to aggressive like behavior or even violence towards a spouse or life partner. Domestic violence can also be linked to sexual abuse, emotional abuse. This type of abuse is used to maintain power over another individual. Domestic violence is acceptable in some cultures, however, the laws in America are against domestic violence of any sexual orientation is prohibited. Domestic violence (abuse) can occur at any age, race and any education level. Domestic violence has effected more than 5 million women in the United States (Womenshealth.gov, Retrieved, Date April 22). The current President Donald Trump is thinking about cutting funding for domestic violence. The president explains that in order to fix the federal

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