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'He's got the right approach': Bill de Blasio endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor
MSNBC· 2025-09-02 12:23
Former New York City Mayor Bill Delasio is weighing in on this year's mayoral race in the city, announcing his endorsement of New York State Assembly member Zoran Mandani, saying the city's residents are demanding sweeping changes. And Bill Delasio joins us now. President of the National Action Network and a host of MSNBC's Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton is at the table as well.So sweeping changes like from I don't know capitalism to socialism from what to why what are we doing here. >> Okay, here's ...
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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-08-21 22:25
From @WSJopinion: Trump’s response in D.C. takes seriously the reality of street homelessness. It is the city’s—and the nation’s—best chance at ending this era of urban disorder, writes @dkurtzz. https://t.co/mRC1QREjz1 ...
Why Trump forcing the homeless off the streets in D.C. won't help anything
MSNBC· 2025-08-17 15:22
[Music] Tonight, there are urgent questions surrounding some of the most vulnerable people living in Washington DC during Trump's takeover of the nation's capital. Authorities were seen clearing out homeless encampments across the capital this week. It's all part of Trump's stated goal of cracking down on crime and cleaning up the city. They've called it beautifification, despite the fact that the DC Metropolitan Police say violent crime is down 26% in the capital right now. On Tuesday, White House press se ...
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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-08-16 12:42
San Francisco officials point to cleaner streets as evidence that its more active approach to homelessness is working. Some say the tactics are making conditions worse. https://t.co/j0d9CK1j3W ...
LIVE: Trump announces plans to address violent crime and homelessness in Washington, D.C. — 8/11/25
CNBC Television· 2025-08-11 13:40
President Donald Trump is considering deploying up to 1,000 National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., as he complains about violent crime and homelessness in the capital city, NBC News reported. Trump, who has threatened to put Washington under federal control, holds a news conference at 10 a.m. Monday at the White House. “Washington, D.C. will be LIBERATED today!” Trump wrote on Truth Social earlier Monday. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: https://cnb.cx/42d859g » Su ...
'Another point of distraction': NYT columnist slams Trump possibly deploying National Guard
MSNBC· 2025-08-11 12:09
And this morning, President Trump is expected to announce a new public safety initiative in Washington, DC. At 10:00 a. m., the president is going to hold what's being advertised as a news conference at the White House during which he's expected to detail what is likely to be a largecale increase in law enforcement presence in our nation's capital. Officials tell NBC News President Trump is considering deploying up to 1,000 National Guard troops, but they say the decision is not final and no formal orders h ...
Trump threatens takeover of D.C. over FAKE claims of violent crime
MSNBC· 2025-08-11 01:30
Crime & Public Safety - The report disputes President Trump's claims of a crime spike in Washington DC, citing a 26% decrease in violent crime this year compared to 2024, according to the Metropolitan Police Department [3] - The deployment of 450 federal officers to Washington DC is seen as a "theater" or show of force, especially given the reported decline in crime [13][15] - Concerns are raised about the precedent this deployment could set for other cities with large unhoused populations [17] Politics & Race - Trump's focus on crime and homelessness in DC is interpreted as a deflection tactic from other issues, including the economy and the Epstein case [6][7] - The report suggests a racial subtext to Trump's actions, noting his history of targeting black mayors and urban areas [7][8] - The discussion highlights the demographic makeup of DC, with its large black population and the potential impact of federal intervention on the city's culture [9][10][11][12] Homelessness - Trump threatened all homeless people to leave the city immediately [2] - The report criticizes the potential "criminalization of the poor and of homeless," referencing Giuliani's policies in New York City [9] - The need for solutions to homelessness is emphasized, rather than simply using the police to remove people from the streets without providing alternatives [9]
The one question that could change homelessness | Cynthia Kesington | TEDxBeckenham
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-22 16:55
In her talk, Cynthia powerfully challenges the current system dealing with homelessness and offers an inspiring vision of inclusion and collaboration. Cynthia Kesington is a mindset coach, keynote speaker and Co-Founder of She Believes She Can, a social enterprise born from her lived experience. She empowers women to navigate life’s challenges with confidence, using movement and mindset to create lasting change. Her work with under‑represented communities sparks transformative conversations around belonging ...