Summary
There are calls from some Democrats to abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a shooting in Minnesota. At the same time, President Trump's administration claims that America is safer now, with crime rates, including murder, at historic lows. Despite these claims, reports suggest unresolved crimes remain an issue, with many violent offenses not resulting in arrests.
Key Facts
- Some Democrats want to abolish ICE, calling it a violent and lawless agency.
- The Center for American Progress released a report calling for more support for local police to solve crimes faster.
- The report criticizes ICE operations as damaging to local law enforcement efforts.
- President Trump claims the U.S. crime rate is at its lowest in over 100 years.
- Homicides in major cities reportedly declined by 21% in 2025.
- There is criticism that the decrease in crime does not mean crime-solving has improved.
- The FBI stated that a low percentage of crimes were solved in 2024.
- Research suggests effective and targeted policing helps reduce violence.
