Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot says the federal government is practicing shock and awe on the American people through mass firings, “deferred resignations,” and the freezing of federal grants. And he called Y’all-itics to issue a warning. Creuzot argues that the shrinking federal government could lead to rising crime in his county and across Texas. And in this episode, he explains to the Jasons how his office has reduced crime and launched successful crimefighting initiatives with the millions in federal grants it receives. Guest: John Creuzot, Dallas County District Attorney' Location: Community Beer Co. 3110 Commonwealth Dr, Dallas, TX 75247 0:51 - Welcome Dallas DA John Creuzot 3:42 - Shrinking the federal government and programs 6:59 - When will cuts to programs start? 8:51 - Reception from other district attorneys and cities 9:54 - What would happen to crime in Dallas if funds are cut? 13:32 - Fear about FBI being dismantled 15:32 - What programs will be cut first? 17:53 - Can Dallas County or the state of Texas fund these programs? 18:43 - Impact on the AIM court? 21:09 - Post-conviction DNA testing 23:18 - Behavioral health 25:37 - Conversations with Texas reps and senators 28:39 - Impacts of losing $6.2 million 30:45 - Is this "defunding the police?" 32:47 - Bush and Clinton administrations also cut funding