The U.S.-Mexico border is often described as a dangerous place by politicians including President Donald Trump. But in reality, data from the FBI shows U.S. border cities are some of the safest in the country.

• Plus, a lame-duck attempt in Congress to revive another stimulus package.
• And, the NFL’s COVID crisis.

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