Posted 2/19/2024, 7:33:00 PM
DC Leaders Face Backlash as Sports Teams Exit Amid Rising Crime and Inaction
- NBC reporter Sahil Kapur criticized DC Mayor Bowser and City Council for failing to address rising crime, contributing to sports teams leaving
- Teams owner Ted Leonsis was frustrated with lack of action on crime and homelessness around the arena
- Leonsis felt the city did not prioritize support for the teams and arena area
- Serious crimes like homicides and carjackings have skyrocketed in DC in recent years
- Kapur said losing the teams could devastate downtown DC's economy due to the city's inaction on key issues