"House Judiciary Committee tackles Chicago crime amidst government shutdown concerns"

Members of the Republican-controlled House Judiciary Committee visited Chicago to discuss rising crime rates and criticize what they perceive as Democrats' soft-on-crime policies. Some Chicago leaders criticized the visit as a political stunt, while committee members highlighted the recent surge in robberies and expressed concerns about a justice system that prioritizes political correctness over punishing criminals. Testimonies included victims of violent crimes, who argued that officers' hands are tied due to policies and procedures, allowing violent offenders to continue committing crimes. Democratic leaders in Illinois accused Republicans of using the visit to distract from government shutdown issues.