Morning Wire Harris Skips Al Smith Dinner & Venezuelan Gang Recruitment | 10.18.24
Oct 18, 2024
A major political candidate skipped a key charity dinner, raising eyebrows about their priorities. Meanwhile, Trump captivated the audience, highlighting the impact on Catholic voters. A troubling rise in the Tren De Aragua gang's recruitment efforts in U.S. cities reveals a disturbing trend, particularly among youth in New York. The recent police actions against this gang underscore the serious threat to public safety. Lastly, Elon Musk's legal battle against California officials adds to the mix of political controversy and regulatory challenges in the tech world.
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Harris Skips Dinner
- Kamala Harris skipped the Al Smith dinner, breaking a long-standing tradition.
- Trump attended, making jokes about her absence and other topics.
Catholic Vote Impact
- Harris's absence from the Al Smith dinner may alienate Catholic voters.
- She already trails Trump among Catholics in key swing states.
Los Diablos Arrests
- A 15-year-old Venezuelan gang member has been arrested multiple times in New York City.
- He is part of "Los Diablos," a Trend de Aragua feeder gang recruiting minors.