What the Data Shows About Crime in US Capital

Trump's Washington, DC, crime crackdown exposes gap between perception and reality

Despite President Donald Trump's claims about Washington, D.C., the city's crime rates have fallen. But many residents have fears about public safety.

Crime in DC: what do the figures say and how safe do people feel?

National Guard troops have been seen reporting for duty in Washington DC as President Trump takes over the city’s police force.

Democrat Mayors Report Violent Crime Down 40% Since They Redefined ‘Violent’ And ‘Crime’

U.S. — Despite claims by President Donald Trump that American cities are being overrun by criminals, Democrat mayors across the country reported that violent crime was actually down 40% since they redefined the words "violent" and "crime."

Explained: Can Donald Trump Take Control Of Washington DC To Fight City's Crime

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to put Washington, DC, under full federal control to reduce crime, even as city officials stressed crime is already falling.

What the data shows about crime in US capital

President Donald Trump once again catapulted crime in Washington DC into the national conversation this week, putting District police under United States...

Trump says he’ll take control of DC police department and deploy National Guard: Live

Speaking at a White House press conference Monday, the president invoked section 740 of the District of Columbia Home Rule Act, placing the DC Metropolitan Police Department under direct federal control