Los Angeles County DA candidate Nathan Hochman has pledged to reverse the soft-on-crime policies of incumbent George Gascon if elected in the November runoff election. Hochman criticized Gascon's approach to criminal justice, claiming that it has led to an increase in crime rates and a decrease in public safety. He vowed to prioritize the prosecution of violent criminals and to restore trust between law enforcement and the community.
Los Angeles County DA candidate Nathan Hochman has pledged to reverse the soft-on-crime policies of incumbent George Gascon if elected in the November runoff election. Hochman, a former prosecutor, criticized Gascon's approach to criminal justice, claiming that it has led to an increase in crime rates and a decrease in public safety. He vowed to prioritize the prosecution of violent criminals and to restore trust between law enforcement and the community.
Gascon, a former San Francisco DA, has implemented a number of progressive reforms since taking office, including reducing cash bail, diverting nonviolent offenders into treatment programs, and prosecuting fewer low-level offenses. Hochman argued that these policies have gone too far and have made the streets less safe.
Los Angeles DA Candidate Promises to Reverse Soft-on-Crime Policies if Elected
"We have seen a significant increase in violent crime since George Gascon took office," Hochman said in an interview with Fox News. "Homicides and shootings are up, and the streets are less safe for our families."
Hochman said that he would reverse many of Gascon's policies, including the reduction of cash bail and the diversion of nonviolent offenders into treatment programs. He said that he would also reinstate the death penalty for the most serious crimes.
Los Angeles DA Candidate Promises to Reverse Soft-on-Crime Policies if Elected
"We need to send a clear message that we will not tolerate violent crime in Los Angeles County," Hochman said. "We need to restore trust between law enforcement and the community, and we need to make sure that our streets are safe for everyone."
Gascon has defended his record, saying that crime rates have declined under his leadership. He argued that his policies are more effective than traditional approaches to criminal justice and that they are reducing recidivism and improving public safety.
Los Angeles DA Candidate Promises to Reverse Soft-on-Crime Policies if Elected
"Our approach is working," Gascon said in a statement. "Crime rates are down, and we are holding violent criminals accountable while also addressing the root causes of crime."
The runoff election between Gascon and Hochman will be held on November 8. The winner will serve a four-year term.
Los Angeles DA Candidate Promises to Reverse Soft-on-Crime Policies if Elected
