In Albuquerque, New Mexico, National Guard troops are assisting local police by monitoring dispatch calls and securing crime scenes to address a surge in crime, as requested by the city’s police amid a state of emergency declared by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham. Unlike federal deployments in other cities, these troops, unarmed and focused on support roles, reflect a collaborative approach with local governments to combat issues like drug trafficking and violent crime.
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Most think personal choices drive poverty: AP-NORC poll
Most U.S. adults believe personal choices significantly drive poverty and homelessness, with 68% noting an increase in poverty over the past 25 years, despite data showing a decrease in the poverty rate. The poll reveals support for removing homeless encampments, but highlights divisions on root causes, with 60% attributing poverty primarily to personal choices and nearly half citing unfair systems. Want More Context? 🔎
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