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July 31, 2026
Democratic Candidates Shift Stances on Defunding Police Ahead of Midterms
- Candidates like Francesca Hong and Abdul El-Sayed are distancing themselves from previous support for defunding police.
- Democratic leaders fear past positions could damage the party's chances in upcoming elections.
- The shift reflects broader concerns about public safety and crime narratives in the political landscape.
2 Sources
- Democratic candidates grapple with past stances on defunding the police ahead of key midterm racesJul 31, 2026 at 6:19 AM · ABC News
- El-Sayed, Hong test hard-left Democrats’ momentum in Michigan, Wisconsin: Live discussionJul 31, 2026 at 12:42 PM · The Hill