WATCH LIVE: Trump to highlight violent crime reduction during visit to NY police academy
Summary
President Donald Trump visited the Nassau County Police Academy in New York to highlight a decrease in violent crime, using new FBI statistics. His visit aims to support Republican candidates in important local elections ahead of the November midterms.Key Facts
- President Trump spoke at the Nassau County Police Academy in Long Island, New York.
- The White House announced new FBI crime data showing a drop in violent crime for 2025.
- Trump’s visit is part of efforts to help Republicans in close races in New York ahead of the midterm elections.
- Nassau County, where Trump narrowly won in 2024, has two Democratic House seats Republicans want to win.
- Nassau County executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican backed by Trump, is running against Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul.
- Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel joined Trump during the visit.
- Crime is a major issue in the New York governor’s race, with both candidates claiming they improve safety.
- Republicans believe focusing on crime helps their chances with voters concerned about law and order.
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