San José Mayor Aligns with Trump on Homelessness Crackdown

San José Mayor Matt Mahan is making headlines for supporting a Trump-era approach to homelessness—one that prioritizes clearing encampments and pushing treatment over permanent housing. In this video, we break down:

The “Responsibility to Shelter” law and what it means

How San José's policy mirrors Trump’s executive order

The drop in unsheltered homelessness—and what’s behind it

Why critics call it “criminalizing poverty”

The growing tension between city and county officials

Is this a bold step toward public safety, or a setback for housing justice? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.