Morning Wire Trump’s Townhall & Ukraine’s Victory Plan | Afternoon Update | 10.16.24
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Oct 16, 2024 Donald Trump hosted an all-female town hall addressing immigration, crime in sanctuary cities, and economic policies. A crucial judicial ruling in Georgia impacted election day ballot counting. The FBI's 2022 crime data faced revisions, raising eyebrows. Meanwhile, President Zelensky outlined an ambitious NATO strategy for Ukraine amidst ongoing tensions with Russia. The Biden administration faced scrutiny over security concerns linked to an unvetted Afghan national. Additionally, Kamala Harris drew attention with a sharp interview on Fox News.
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Trump on Sanctuary Cities
- At a town hall, a woman asked Trump about removing criminal migrants from sanctuary cities.
- Trump responded that sanctuary cities primarily protect criminals.
Georgia Hand Count Rule Blocked
- A Georgia judge blocked a new rule requiring hand-counted ballots due to lack of training and resources.
- This ruling follows another decision mandating counties certify results by the deadline, regardless of delays.
FBI Revises Crime Data
- The FBI quietly revised its 2022 crime data, showing a significant increase in violent crime.
- This raises concerns about transparency, especially amid debates about crime statistic accuracy.