Politicians Discuss Crime, Governance, and Foreign Policy

Maryland Governor Wes Moore was interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' about President Trump's deployment of National Guardsmen and federal agents to Washington D.C. to patrol the streets. Moore expressed his opposition to the deployment, citing its unconstitutionality, unsustainability, and disrespect to National Guard members. He also defended his record on crime in Maryland, highlighting the state's significant decrease in violent crime under his leadership. Moore criticized President Trump's approach to crime, calling it 'theatrics' and arguing that the President's policies are not addressing the root causes of crime. Moore also responded to Trump's tweet suggesting that he needs help with crime in Baltimore and offered to have Trump visit the city to see the progress being made.

Rep. Mike Lawler, a Republican Congressman from New York, appeared on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' to discuss several key issues, including gerrymandering, crime, and government investment in private companies. Lawler strongly opposes mid-decade redistricting and gerrymandering, arguing that it has contributed to Congress's dysfunction by reducing the number of competitive districts. He advocates for banning gerrymandering nationwide and implementing term limits. Lawler also discussed the issue of crime in New York, criticizing the state's Democrats for failing to tackle it effectively. He supported the idea of deploying National Guard troops to address crime, but clarified that he wants all available law enforcement resources to be used. Lawler expressed skepticism about the government taking ownership stakes in private companies, such as the proposed 10% stake in Intel, but acknowledged the national security rationale behind such investments.

Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, Democrat of New Hampshire, was interviewed on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Aug. 24, 2025. She discussed the recent firings of several high-ranking military officials, expressing concern that Congress had not been informed of the reasons behind these firings. Shaheen also spoke about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, criticizing Israel's blockade and calling it a 'shameful black mark on humanity.' She emphasized the need for the international community to speak out against the starvation of Palestinians and for Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.