Morning Wire Tuesday | November 30, 2021
Nov 30, 2021
The podcast discusses the aftermath of the tragic Waukesha attack, highlighting community concerns over lenient criminal policies. It examines media bias in coverage compared to other incidents, alongside the implications of the Ghislaine Maxwell trial. Listeners get insights into the courtroom drama and the contrasting narratives of the prosecution and defense. The conversation also dives into the political landscape surrounding Biden’s Build Back Better plan, addressing its controversial elements and public reactions.
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Waukesha Parade Attack
- A man drove an SUV through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, causing six deaths and dozens of injuries.
- The suspect had a history of violent crimes and was out on bail despite concerns about Wisconsin's soft-on-crime policies.
Soft-on-Crime Policies Scrutinized
- Milwaukee County DA John Chisholm's soft-on-crime policies are under scrutiny after the Waukesha attack.
- Chisholm admitted the suspect's bail was "inappropriately low" but defends his approach, citing racial disparities.
Chisholm's Policies and Consequences
- Chisholm acknowledged his policies could lead to deaths, citing a hypothetical diverted individual killing someone.
- In 2013, a convicted drug dealer released under Chisholm's deferred prosecution agreement fatally injected a woman with heroin.