Grok ……
Based on available data regarding violent crime rates in major U.S. cities with populations over 100,000, the current mayors of some of the most violent cities as of August 14, 2025, are:
• Memphis, TN: Paul Young (Black Democrat)
• St. Louis, MO: Tishaura Jones (Black Democrat)
• Baltimore, MD: Brandon Scott (Black Democrat)
• Detroit, MI: Mike Duggan (Democrat)
• New Orleans, LA: LaToya Cantrell (Black Democrat)
These cities have been identified in various sources as having high violent crime rates, including homicide, based on recent FBI data and other crime reports. Note that rankings and specific crime statistics can vary depending on the source and time frame, and the list may not be exhaustive or definitive due to differences in reporting and data collection methods.
Okay, but that’s not their fault. Only due to “gun violence.” Those evil guns that pick themselves up and spontaneously shoot people! :-)