Legislators sparred over crime policy at a House Judiciary Committee hearing in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday, held in response to the murder of Iryna Zarutska in late August. Republican New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew criticized “weak” leadership and failed policies that allow dangerous offenders back on the streets. It’s unacceptable.” Van Drew said. Weak leaders.”“Why are judges, elected officials, leftists, nonprofits, and activist groups doing all they can to make our streets more dangerous?” Van Drew said. “I don’t know how else to say it.