The Megyn Kelly Show DC Mayor in Hot Seat, Trump Slams Kimmel, VA Boys File Suit in Locker Room Fight: AM Update 9/19
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Sep 19, 2025 DC Mayor Muriel Bowser faces tough questions about rising violent crime during a Capitol Hill hearing. President Trump adds fuel to the fire with his take on Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, highlighting free speech concerns. In a shocking twist, two boys from Virginia challenge their locker room suspension in federal court after questioning gender inclusion policies. These hot-button issues spark lively discussions and debates, making for a captivating listen.
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Federal Surge Coincides With Sharp Crime Drops
- Federal surge and National Guard presence coincided with large reported drops in violent crime metrics in D.C. over a short period.
- Oversight Committee highlighted arrests, reductions in robberies and carjackings as evidence of impact.
Bowser Frames Progress Amid Criticism
- Mayor Muriel Bowser defended long-term crime reductions while acknowledging spikes in 2023.
- Republicans in the hearing pressed that overall trends still left D.C. with one of the highest murder rates, questioning safety claims.
House Advances Tougher Youth Crime Measures
- Congress is moving to change D.C. criminal sentencing rules, especially for young offenders.
- Bills passed in the House aim to limit judicial discretion and lower juvenile trial age for certain violent crimes.