President Trump announced the deployment of 800 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., citing rising crime driven by 'bloodthirsty criminals' and 'roving mobs.' However, violent crime in the city is declining, projected to reach a 30-year low. Authorities emphasize the importance of accurate crime statistics, suggesting that comparisons should be made on a per capita basis. Thomas Abt, an expert in violence reduction, counters the claims of D.C.'s crime crisis, advocating for a more nuanced understanding of the city's safety and crime rates.
Violent crime in D.C. has been declining and is on track to hit a 30-year low, countering the narrative of a city plagued by crime.
The president decided to deploy 800 National Guard troops to D.C. to restore 'law, order, and public safety' amid claims of rising crime.
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