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Violent crime rates are plunging across the United States, defying public perception. Experts caution that the drop reflects a tangle of social, economic and policing factors, not a single cause.
A Venezuelan oil executive targeted by a Swiss arrest warrant became central to a secretive U.S. effort, exposing a high-stakes clash of legal authority, diplomacy and geopolitical strategy.
President Trump’s decision to deploy the National Guard to several US cities has intensified a national debate over public safety, federal authority and the handling of ongoing protests.
Violent crime in the U.S. dropped sharply in 2025, marking the largest decline since 1937, according to new FBI data, signaling a major shift in public safety trends.
The FBI reports the steepest U.S. violent crime decline in 90 years, according to new data highlighted by The National Desk, signaling a sharp reversal from recent pandemic-era spikes.
FactCheck.org examines Donald Trump’s recent boasts about a sharp U.S. crime drop, finding his claims exaggerate or misstate federal data and ignore longer-term crime trends.
Iran and the US exchange sharp warnings after a deadly strike on a wedding in eastern Iran, with Tehran accusing Washington of complicity and vowing a firm response amid rising regional tensions.
President Trump’s deployment of thousands of troops to Washington’s streets has drawn scrutiny, as Reuters finds the militarized presence rarely deters crime or unrest.
Former President Donald Trump highlighted FBI data showing what he called the largest one-year drop in violent crime in U.S. history, crediting his policies and criticizing the Biden administration.
Donald Trump claims his rhetoric drove down Washington, D.C.’s crime rate. Newly released data, however, paint a more complex picture of long-term trends and local policy changes.
Judge Jeanine Pirro calls for harsher penalties on parents after a viral DC youth crime video, arguing guardians must be held accountable as city leaders debate legal reforms.
ICYMI: The White House highlights new data showing violent crime continues to decline in major U.S. cities, marking a sustained post-pandemic drop in homicides and shootings.
Washington’s clash with the International Criminal Court intensifies as US officials condemn war crimes probes involving allies, raising legal, diplomatic and sovereignty concerns on the global stage.
Two gray whales were found dead on an Ocean Shores beach, prompting an investigation by marine experts. Authorities are examining possible causes, including illness, ship strikes, or malnutrition.
A year after Trump’s federal push in Washington, new data offers a mixed verdict on crime. Some violent offenses dipped, while property crimes and public safety fears persist.
Killings and other violent crimes dropped sharply across the U.S. in 2025, new FBI data show, marking one of the steepest declines in decades and reshaping debates over public safety.
Former President Donald Trump highlighted falling U.S. crime rates at a rally, crediting his policies and urging voters to back Republican candidates in the upcoming midterm elections.
Washington state’s crime rate has fallen, but it still ranks last in the nation for police staffing, raising concerns among officials about public safety and strained resources.
Trump deployed thousands of soldiers onto Washington’s streets, sparking debate over militarized policing. Yet crime trends show limited impact, raising questions about strategy and cost.
A Kent, Washington man was convicted on 17 felony counts after a three-week trial for a series of armed dispensary and bank robberies, the U.S. Department of Justice announced.