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A look at D.C. crime stats as Trump and city leaders offer competing claims

A look at D.C. crime stats as Trump and city leaders offer competing claims

Summary

President Trump described Washington, D.C., as having high crime and involved the National Guard. However, D.C. leaders say crime is at its lowest in 30 years. An expert suggests that neither side is fully correct.

Key Facts

  • President Trump says crime in Washington, D.C., is very high.
  • Trump involved the National Guard to address this issue.
  • D.C. leaders claim crime rates are at their lowest in 30 years.
  • Charles Lehman from the Manhattan Institute believes both claims are not fully accurate.
  • Lehman suggests that D.C. and federal leaders should work together for better crime solutions.

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