Confronting Gun Violence, Fatal Fire, and More in The Bronx

The Brian Lehrer Show | Jan 24, 2022

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson talks about a harrowing month of news in her borough, from a devastating fire to gun violence. Plus, David Caba the director of the Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G), joins to talk about grassroots public safety efforts and what groups like his need from the city. 

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