CRIME RATES

Nov 20 2025POLITICS

Crackdown on Crime: What's Happening in High-Crime Cities?

A big meeting is happening soon. It's about how the Trump team is trying to fix crime in certain cities. These cities are run by Democrats. The group in charge of the meeting says these cities have rules that let crime grow too much. This isn't the first time the Trump team has stepped in. Earlier this year, they took control of the police in Washington, DC. They al...

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Ecuadorians Decide on Foreign Military Bases and Constitutional Change

Ecuadorians faced a big choice on Sunday. They voted in a referendum. The vote was about two main things. First, allowing foreign countries to set up military bases in Ecuador. Second, starting the process to create a new constitution. Crime has been a big problem in Ecuador. Drug gangs are fighting for control. They target important people like politicians and jour...

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Nov 16 2025POLITICS

Chicago Crime Numbers Drop: Who's Taking the Credit?

Chicago has seen a big drop in crime lately. Shootings are down by 35%, and carjackings have nearly halved. These numbers are a big deal, but not everyone is happy to talk about them. Some people say President Donald Trump's policies are behind this change. They argue that his crime-fighting efforts have made a real difference in the city. Former Illinois Governor R...

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Nov 13 2025CRIME

Why Do Big Cities Have More Crime? Let's Look at the Numbers

After the death of Charlie Kirk, a well-known conservative commentator, social media was flooded with claims that political party membership could predict violent crime rates. One post, shared by Tim Pool, a conservative podcaster, showed a chart comparing violent crime rates in 2023 based on the political party in control of major cities. The chart suggested that ci...

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Crime Drop: Who's Really Behind It?

Chicago has seen a drop in crime rates recently. Some say it's because of a big federal operation called "Operation Midway Blitz. " This operation has brought in lots of federal agents to crack down on immigration enforcement. The numbers look good: shootings are down by 35%, robberies by 41%, and carjackings by almost 50%. But not everyone is happy about this opera...

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Nov 11 2025BUSINESS

Why Are People Leaving New York and New Jersey?

People are leaving New York and New Jersey in large numbers. Over the past ten years, nearly 2 million people have moved away from New York, and 500, 000 have left New Jersey. This is a big deal because it means these states are losing a lot of money. The people who leave take their income with them, and that income is gone for good. The total loss for New York is o...

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Nov 08 2025POLITICS

Chicago's Crime and Immigration: The Numbers Behind the Headlines

Chicago has been in the spotlight for its crime rates and immigration policies. President Donald Trump has frequently criticized the city, claiming that its sanctuary policies attract undocumented immigrants with criminal records. However, data tells a different story. First, let's talk about crime. Chicago's murder rate is often highlighted, but other cities have i...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

New York's New Mayor: A Socialist Shift and Its Challenges

Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral race is a big deal, showing how the city's politics are moving further left. He ran on a platform that included big changes like freezing rents, offering free childcare, and running city-owned grocery stores. These ideas are part of a larger push to make New York a "global city" with a strong focus on identity politics...

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

Crime Numbers Challenge Trump's City Claims

Recent crime statistics are putting a spotlight on President Donald Trump's claims about certain cities. The data shows a drop in homicides across the U. S. , including in cities Trump has labeled as "hellholes. " This includes places like Chicago, Baltimore, and Portland, which have seen significant decreases in violent crime. Trump has sent troops to some of these...

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Nov 03 2025POLITICS

New York's Battle for Law and Order

In the heart of New York City, a heated debate is unfolding. It's all about crime, cops, and who's to blame. The city is grappling with a surge in crime. Many believe it's a direct result of recent policies and protests. These have led to a shortage of police officers. The city's mayor, Eric Adams, has a plan. He wants to hire 5, 000 more officers. This would be the ...

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