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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Why Are We Not Talking About the Real Issues?

In a recent hearing, a lawmaker shifted the focus away from Minnesota's fraud problems. Instead, she brought up crimes by "White men" and "American citizens. " This happened while the state's governor, Tim Walz, announced he wouldn't run again. New reports show Minnesota might have lost $9 billion d

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Jan 07 2026CRIME

New Jersey Sees Big Crime Drop in 2025

New Jersey has seen a big drop in crime in 2025. Governor Phil Murphy shared this good news. He said there were fewer shootings and car thefts. This is the fourth year in a row that shootings have gone down. Last year, 559 people were shot in New Jersey. That is 28% fewer than the year before. Out

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Dec 29 2025POLITICS

Trump's Crime Claims Under Fire: Families Speak Out

In Washington, D. C. , families who have lost loved ones to violence are pushing back against President Trump's claims about crime rates. Since the National Guard was deployed in August, Trump has repeatedly stated that murders have stopped in the city. However, records show that 28 people have been

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Dec 28 2025CRIME

Crime Rates: Illegal Immigrants in New York

New York's prison and jail population has a notable number of illegal immigrants, which raises questions about crime rates. These individuals are responsible for a wide range of serious offenses, including homicides, assaults, burglaries, and sexual predatory acts. The state's reluctance to cooperat

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's First Year: Economic Wins and Public Doubts

Trump's first year in office has been a mix of big claims and public skepticism. He's proud of the economy, saying it's stronger than ever. He points to a 4. 3% growth in GDP and claims his tariffs are the reason. But not everyone agrees. Inflation is still around 2. 7%, which is better than before

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Crime Rates and Immigration: What's Really Going On?

Crime rates in the United States have been dropping, and some are pointing to immigration policies and job growth as key factors. President Trump recently highlighted this trend, crediting his administration's border enforcement and employment initiatives. He took to social media to share his thoug

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

DC's Law Enforcement Surge: A Mixed Bag of Safety and Uncertainty

In August, President Trump made a bold move. He sent hundreds of National Guard troops to Washington, DC. His goal? To tackle crime and make the city safer. But not everyone agreed with his approach. The city's mayor, Muriel Bowser, had a tough job. She had to balance federal help with local contro

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Dec 25 2025CRIME

New Orleans Gets Extra Help to Fight Crime

New Orleans is about to get a boost in security. The Pentagon is sending 350 National Guard troops to the city. They will be there until the end of February. Their main goal? To help fight crime and keep people safe during big events like Mardi Gras. These troops will work with other federal agenci

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Dec 19 2025CRIME

New York Subway: A Hidden Success Story

New York's subway system has been getting a lot of bad press. Some politicians are even calling for less money to be spent on it. But let's look at the facts. In 2025, the subway is safer than it has been in over a decade. Yes, there were some tough times during the pandemic. But overall, things ar

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Dec 05 2025OPINION

Chicago Transit: Time for a Safer Ride

Chicago's public transport system is facing serious safety issues. Recent events, like a woman being set on fire and a man being stabbed, show how unsafe it has become. In the past year, there have been nearly 2, 900 crimes on the CTA. This is the second-highest number since 2015. Riders and workers

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