Morning Wire Monday | September 27, 2021
Sep 27, 2021
The Biden administration faces criticism for releasing thousands of migrants without Covid testing. Meanwhile, murder rates in the U.S. hit an unprecedented 29% increase in 2020, highlighting serious public safety concerns. A global music festival aims to raise awareness about climate change, but its effectiveness is debated, sparking discussions about whether massive concerts truly drive social change. The podcast dives into the nuances of these pressing issues, revealing the complexities behind policy and activism.
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Migrant Crisis
- Thousands of Haitian migrants have been released into the US without COVID testing.
- This follows a social media post falsely claiming the border was open.
2020 Murder Spike
- The 2020 murder rate spiked by 29%, the largest increase on record.
- Mid-sized cities saw the biggest jump, but all city sizes were impacted.
Defund the Police Impact
- Austin saw a 55% murder increase after implementing the largest police budget cuts.
- Similar trends occurred in New York City and Portland.