Tune in here to this ​Monday's edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!

Breaking Brett Jensen kicks off the show in studio with U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson for an exclusive one-on-one interview to discuss law enforcement, public safety, and the evolving role of federal prosecutors in North Carolina.Ferguson shares personal insight into the significance of “First Night,” a community outreach event where residents can connect directly with police, medics, and fire crews serving their neighborhoods. The conversation delves deeper into issues surrounding the public perception of law enforcement, staffing challenges, and why fostering trust between officers and citizens is more crucial now than ever.

Later, Jensen and U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson dig into the alarming rise in violent crime across Charlotte and Western North Carolina, with a specific focus on gang activity and federal efforts to combat it. Ferguson breaks down how the DOJ targets gangs at the top—through long-term investigations, informants, and undercover operations—to disrupt violent crime at its source. He emphasizes the disturbing role gang initiation plays in local homicides, often involving young offenders firing blindly into homes. The conversation also explores how federal and state systems can work in tandem to prosecute repeat offenders and violent criminals more effectively.

Ferguson also shares insight into federal priorities under the current administration, including a renewed focus on violent crime, threats to law enforcement, and crimes against children. The discussion wraps with a candid look at immigration enforcement, including the challenges posed by non-cooperative jails and the dangers of deporting violent offenders without ensuring public safety.

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