President Trump has ordered expanded federal hiring to combat rising crime in major U.S. cities, directing Justice and Homeland Security officials to add personnel and intensify enforcement efforts.
As U.S. cities lock down, The Washington Post examines what qualifies as an essential business in 10 major metros, revealing sharp differences in what can stay open.
President Trump is spotlighting crime in major U.S. cities, arguing it’s surging under local leadership. But WBAL-TV’s review of recent crime data reveals a more complex and uneven picture across jurisdictions.