Schiff’s GOP opponent rips Dem for ignoring LA’s smash-and-grab crime surge, enabling ‘criminal culture’
Schiff's GOP opponent rips Dem for ignoring LA's smash-and-grab crime surge, enabling 'criminal culture' Fox News
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Democrat Rep. Adam Schiff’s 2024 GOP Senate Opponent Criticizes Him for Ignoring Rising Crime Rates in California
Adam Schiff, a Democratic representative, is facing criticism from his Republican opponent in the 2024 California Senate race for failing to address the increasing crime rates in the state. This includes a recent series of flash mob smash-and-grab robberies, one of which occurred in Schiff’s own district.
Rising Crime Rates and Smash-and-Grab Robberies
In recent years, Los Angeles has experienced a surge in crime, particularly through high-profile smash-and-grab robberies targeting upscale department stores. One such incident took place at a Nordstrom store, resulting in the theft of merchandise worth an estimated $60,000 to $100,000.
- Zero Cash Bail and Progressive Policies
Conservatives in Los Angeles attribute the rise in crime to policies such as zero cash bail and progressive reforms that have lowered the threshold for making arrests. Eric Early, a Republican attorney running against Schiff for the U.S. Senate, criticized Schiff for not speaking out against these policies and the resulting increase in crime.
- Lack of Punishment for Criminals
“There is no punishment for these people who are committing smash-and-grab robberies, zero,” Early stated. “Adam Schiff has not said a word against it.”
Crime Incidents in Schiff’s District
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“Our district attorney, who Adam Schiff supports, refuses to charge them with felony theft or burglary. So, they all know they can get away with this. And the fact that Adam Schiff has not said a word about it is further confirmation about how he supports this criminal culture out here.”
Last week, dozens of masked thieves targeted a Yves Saint Laurent store in Glendale, California, within Schiff’s district, and stole approximately $300,000 worth of goods within minutes.
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Schiff has not publicly addressed the Glendale incident or any other smash-and-grab incidents across the state, either on Twitter or through press releases.
Criticism of Schiff’s Leadership
“In Los Angeles now, more and more families, people of all ages and political parties are afraid to go shopping in their local stores because they don’t want to be caught up in a dangerous situation. Schiff is just not a leader,” Early told Fox News Digital.
“There’s a complete vacuum of leadership in the entire state of California, and Adam Schiff is one of the members of the vacuum class.”
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Schiff’s office and campaign did not respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital.
Recent Poll and Campaign Focus
A recent Berkeley IGS Poll shows that Early, who currently leads the crowded field in the race to replace retiring Democrat Sen. Dianne Feinstein with 31% of California voters still undecided, is campaigning to fight for “forgotten Americans” across party lines.
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“We see what’s going on, and we see in California here that we have a ruling class of elected officials who are not only allowing this to happen but are also endorsing the very laws and policies that perpetuate and worsen the situation,” Early said.
About the Author
Andrew Mark Miller is a reporter at Fox News. You can find him on Twitter @andymarkmiller and email tips to AndrewMark.Miller@Fox.com.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Identified in the Article
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.1: Reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere | – Crime rates in California, specifically related to smash-and-grab robberies – Number of arrests made for smash-and-grab robberies – Number of convictions for smash-and-grab robberies |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all | – Implementation of policies regarding cash bail and arrest thresholds – Prosecution rates for smash-and-grab robberies – Legal measures taken to address rising crime rates |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime | – Efforts to track and recover stolen merchandise from smash-and-grab robberies – Measures taken to combat organized crime groups involved in these robberies |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.6: Develop effective, accountable, and transparent institutions at all levels | – Transparency of law enforcement agencies in addressing rising crime rates – Accountability of elected officials in addressing the issue |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
The issues highlighted in the article, such as the surge in crime and the lack of punishment for smash-and-grab robberies, are connected to SDG 16, which focuses on promoting peace, justice, and strong institutions.
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
Target 16.1: Reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere
The article highlights the increase in crime rates, specifically related to smash-and-grab robberies in California. This target can be identified based on the content.
Target 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all
The article mentions progressive policies that have lowered the threshold to make arrests and the lack of punishment for smash-and-grab robberies. This target can be identified based on the content.
Target 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime
The article discusses the theft of merchandise worth an estimated $60,000 to $100,000 in a Nordstrom store and the involvement of organized groups in smash-and-grab robberies. This target can be identified based on the content.
Target 16.6: Develop effective, accountable, and transparent institutions at all levels
The article mentions the lack of leadership and accountability in addressing the rising crime rates in California. This target can be identified based on the content.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
– Crime rates in California, specifically related to smash-and-grab robberies
– Number of arrests made for smash-and-grab robberies
– Number of convictions for smash-and-grab robberies
– Implementation of policies regarding cash bail and arrest thresholds
– Prosecution rates for smash-and-grab robberies
– Legal measures taken to address rising crime rates
– Efforts to track and recover stolen merchandise from smash-and-grab robberies
– Measures taken to combat organized crime groups involved in these robberies
– Transparency of law enforcement agencies in addressing rising crime rates
– Accountability of elected officials in addressing the issue
These indicators can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets by monitoring crime rates, arrest and conviction rates, policy implementation, prosecution rates, recovery of stolen assets, measures against organized crime, transparency of law enforcement agencies, and accountability of elected officials.
4. Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.1: Reduce all forms of violence and related death rates everywhere | – Crime rates in California, specifically related to smash-and-grab robberies – Number of arrests made for smash-and-grab robberies – Number of convictions for smash-and-grab robberies |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.3: Promote the rule of law at the national and international levels and ensure equal access to justice for all | – Implementation of policies regarding cash bail and arrest thresholds – Prosecution rates for smash-and-grab robberies – Legal measures taken to address rising crime rates |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.4: By 2030, significantly reduce illicit financial and arms flows, strengthen the recovery and return of stolen assets, and combat all forms of organized crime | – Efforts to track and recover stolen merchandise from smash-and-grab robberies – Measures taken to combat organized crime groups involved in these robberies |
| SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions | 16.6: Develop effective, accountable, and transparent institutions at all levels | – Transparency of law enforcement agencies in addressing rising crime rates – Accountability of elected officials in addressing the issue |
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