Deadly Attack on Ukrainian Refugee Exposes Gaps in Charlotte’s Criminal Justice and Immigration Policies

On a commuter train in North Carolina’s largest city, the brutal stabbing death of 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska is more than a heartbreaking tragedy—it is a glaring warning about the failures of Democrat-controlled cities to protect their citizens and new arrivals alike. Decarlos Brown Jr., the accused assailant, appeared shackled in federal court this past Thursday facing charges that could lead to life imprisonment or even the death penalty. Yet questions remain: How was Brown still free to roam despite over a dozen prior arrests? And why was he not detained when repeatedly flagged for mental health concerns? How...