Up First from NPR Republican Crime and Safety Platform, Democrats' Plans To Keep Biden Off Ballot
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Jul 17, 2024 Republicans are doubling down on a safety platform despite statistics showing crime isn't as rampant as claimed. The narrative linking migrants to crime is discussed, alongside expert fact-checking of immigration's role in violence. Meanwhile, Democrats show internal strife as they navigate the complexities of early voting and officially nominating Biden while dealing with concerns about ballot access. Tensions rise within the DNC as they face pressure for alternative candidates amid ongoing crime and safety debates.
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Republican Messaging on Crime
- Republicans are linking immigration, violent crime, and fentanyl use together.
- They claim Democrats want to allow unauthorized migrants to vote, despite evidence showing this is illegal.
Rachel Morin Case
- Republicans cited the murder of Rachel Morin as an example of migrant crime.
- However, studies show migrants are less likely to commit crimes than U.S.-born individuals.
Falling Crime Rates
- Crime rates are actually falling nationwide, contradicting Republican claims.
- This decline is occurring across diverse locations, regardless of political affiliation.