IT’S OFFICIALLY ON: Trump vs. Biden II, Electric Boogaloo

NY Security

New York is ramping up its security measures in response to rising crime rates, particularly in the subway system. Ben Shapiro highlights Governor Kathy Hoekel's decision to deploy 750 National Guard members and 250 state and MTA police officers to the subways, a move that reflects the broken windows theory of policing 1. This theory suggests that addressing minor crimes can prevent larger ones. Corrine Jean Pierre outlines Hoekel's five-point plan, which includes random bag checks and increased coordination between district attorneys and police 1.

New York, because it decided on no cash bail, just catch and release for criminals, essentially because they decided they weren't even going to police at all.

--- Ben Shapiro

The plan also aims to improve mental health crisis response on the subway, though it faces criticism for potentially targeting minority communities 1.

   

SF Shift

San Francisco is experiencing a political shift as it adopts more conservative policies to address crime and public safety concerns. Ben Shapiro notes that the city, once a liberal stronghold, is now implementing measures like drug screening for welfare recipients and bolstering police presence 2. Mayor London Breed's recent ballot measures, which include expanding police authority and reducing housing regulations, signify a move towards policies traditionally associated with Republicans 2.

Voters make it clear that San Francisco can no longer be called a progressive city.

--- Ben Shapiro

This shift is seen as a response to ongoing issues with drugs, homelessness, and crime, and reflects a broader trend of cities reevaluating their approaches to public safety 2.