Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer has condemned federal authorities for neglecting the rise of Chilean burglary gangs targeting affluent U.S. neighborhoods, the New York Post reports. Despite awareness of these “crime tourists,” Spitzer asserts that agencies like the FBI and Department of Homeland Security have failed to act. He advocates for removing Chile from the U.S. visa waiver program, which he believes facilitates easy entry for these criminals. “This is the biggest secret in Washington that no one seems to want to do anything about,” Spitzer stated. (New York Post)
California DA Criticizes Federal Inaction on Chilean Burglary Gangs
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Robert Liebowitz
Robert Liebowitz is a researcher and writer focused on criminal justice policy. As the lead author for Overturn Prop 47, he provides sharp, data-driven commentary on the law’s impact, highlighting its role in rising crime and public safety concerns.