The National Guard’s presence in Washington, D.C. through November 30th has sparked quite the debate. As Congressman Andy Ogles points out, their deployment seems to have worked wonders for reducing crime in the area. With carjackings down a staggering 86% and overall crime slashed in half, the evidence speaks for itself. This kind of success just might give certain woke mayors a lesson or two in managing urban crime. Imagine that, a straightforward approach to law and order actually yielding results—who would have thought?
In the nation’s capital, the palpable divide over the National Guard’s presence becomes apparent. On one hand, left-leaning groups raise their voices in protest, while others breathe a sigh of relief, happy to see a stronger sense of security in the streets. It seems some folks just can’t comprehend that securing a city means reducing crime. As for President Trump and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker’s back-and-forth over federal resources, Congressman Ogles makes it clear: it’s time for effective action over empty talk.
Chicago, like many big cities run by supposedly progressive leaders, is grappling with its own crime crises. Sending federal resources into the city, as Congressman Ogles suggests, might just be the wake-up call Chicago needs. With radical leaders failing to manage crime, perhaps a firm hand might finally make a difference. It’s fascinating how some forget that their primary duty is to protect citizens, not coddle criminals.
The call for the National Guard’s presence in Nashville has also unsettled local leadership, stirring a spat between Mayor John Cooper and Congressman Ogles. The congressman, undeterred, maintains that the metro police force is crying out for broader support. Coincidentally, when the mayor gets criticized, he jumps to defend his track record, conveniently glossing over the fact that he might be ignoring the people on the frontlines. Maybe less politicking and more policing would do some good in the Music City.
Amidst all this, the push for economic policies under President Trump’s administration sees tangible progress. The strategy involves trimming excesses and focusing on getting Americans back to work. The employment target of 4.3% is in sight, and despite minor blips in job reports, steps like potential interest rate cuts could invigorate the housing market and further boost job creation. Of course, the Democrats might grumble about these numbers, but steering America back to prosperity requires more than just convenient narratives—it demands action, something that, evidently, the current leadership is not afraid to take.
