Saturday, August 16, 2025

Is Violent Crime in Washington, DC at 30-year low?

Critics have expressed skepticism at data coming from the Metropolitan Police Department of the U.S. capital. Snopes looked at FBI data.

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Many of the details the president cited do not stand up to scrutiny. (via @politifact.bsky.social) https://to.pbs.org/4mjC4FY [image or embed]

-- PBS News (@pbsnews.org) Aug 12, 2025 at 3:21 PM

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... The nation's capital is "becoming a situation of complete and total lawlessness," Trump said at an Aug. 11 press conference. "Washington, D.C., should be one of the safest, cleanest and most beautiful cities anywhere in the world, and we're going to make it that." ...

The number of military stationed in Washington, DC is a not a large number compared to the number of law enforcement people usually there.

It looks like the purpose of the deployment is more for optics than anything else. But why?

Yet another Epstein distraction attempt?

Trying to normalize Pres Trump's dispatching of military against civilians?

???

#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2025-08-16 03:18 PM

Is Donald Trump a LIAR?

#2 | Posted by LegallyYourDead at 2025-08-16 08:08 PM

A pedantic, academic question at best.

Nationally, crime is way down from historical levels and is dropping after a pandemic spike. The picture Trump paints is the same as he painted the first time when it also wasn't true.

His claims are but a pretext to his authoritarian power grab. Thats it.

#3 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 07:46 AM

His claims are but a pretext to his authoritarian power grab. Thats it.

#3 | Posted by jpw

MEMO TO :Leftist dog eared dopes and pathological

liars....SEE ABOVE

A history lesson......

In 2022 Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser went to Capitol Hill and asked for the National Guard's assistance because crime was so bad.

#4 | Posted by shrimptacodan at 2025-08-17 10:00 AM

BUT #2 and #3 posters keep on with your circle party.

Loneliness can be difficult to the mentally infirmed.

#5 | Posted by shrimptacodan at 2025-08-17 10:03 AM

#4 you mean during the pandemic spike that occurred more or less nationally and is the recent high that is used as the comparison for current trends?

You're a f^*+ing idiot.

#6 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 10:35 AM

#5 this stupid f^%# makes an irrelevant point (probably a talking point he read in a Trump email chain ... ) and acts like it's a mic drop ...

#7 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 10:36 AM

Could be the crime statistics in Democrat run cities like DC are fabricated for political reasons. www.nbcwashington.com

#8 | Posted by visitor_ at 2025-08-17 11:25 AM

I cant believe you progressives are justifying crime.

Talk about being on the wrong side of history.

#9 | Posted by boaz at 2025-08-17 11:44 AM

I cant believe you progressives are justifying crime.
Talk about being on the wrong side of history.
#9 | Posted by boaz

Enough about the stupid libs.
What is it that you think you are justifying?

#10 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-17 11:45 AM

Cite a lie often enough and it becomes dem legacy media 'journalism'.

#11 | Posted by MSgt at 2025-08-17 11:46 AM

I cant believe you progressives are justifying crime.
Talk about being on the wrong side of history.
#9 | Posted by boaz at

Maybe we learned from Jan 6.

All those criminals, pardoned by a President who supports crime.

#12 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-17 11:47 AM

I cant believe you progressives are justifying crime.

Talk about being on the wrong side of history.

#9 | POSTED BY BOAZ

Nobody is justifying crime, mooch.

And you're a Trumper. You'll be looked at like those who supported Mussolini.

#13 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 12:08 PM

Cite a lie often enough and it becomes dem legacy media 'journalism'.

#11 | POSTED BY MSGT

This stupid f^*%tard lives in opposite land. He believes everything he's told no matter how much it contradicts reality while calling stats and trends from multiple sources and places "lies."

Were you born this stupid or have you worked at it?

#14 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 12:09 PM

I cant believe you progressives are justifying crime.
Talk about being on the wrong side of history.
#9 | POSTED BY BOAZ

Republicanism are the ones refusing to release the Epstein Files.
And you know, you know, that Trump is all over the Epstein Files.
The other thing you know is that you simply don't care that Trump ------ thirteen year old girds.
You really just don't care. No different than you not caring when those Dancing Boys got ------ in Afghanistan.
Certainly not a problem that America need concern itself with, a President that rapes teenage runaways.

#15 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-17 12:12 PM

-And you're a Trumper. You'll be looked at like those who supported Mussolini.

No, he'll be looked at like those who supported George Bush

#16 | Posted by eberly at 2025-08-17 12:19 PM

- justifying crime.

Trumpers justify all the crimes that Trump's own Staff testified under Oath that he committed each time they make excuses for him.

Because they don't care that he committed crimes.

#17 | Posted by Corky at 2025-08-17 12:21 PM

Republicanism are the ones refusing to release the Epstein Files.

Why didn't the Democrats release it? Complaining about this just makes you look incredibly ignorant of the history here.


Certainly not a problem that America need concern itself with, a President that rapes teenage runaways.
#15 | POSTED BY SNOOFY

Biden certainly didn't seem to care.


Because they don't care that he committed crimes.

#17 | POSTED BY CORKY

The crimes he committed were process crimes.
Only 30% of Homicides in DC are solved. Which is more important?

#18 | Posted by oneironaut at 2025-08-17 12:26 PM


Could be the crime statistics in Democrat run cities like DC are fabricated for political reasons.
#8 | POSTED BY VISITOR_

This is most every government statistic where there needs to be a virtual "count".

Funding depends upon "progress".

#19 | Posted by oneironaut at 2025-08-17 12:27 PM

Runt, raping 13 year olds who resemble Ivanka isn't a process crime.

#20 | Posted by reinheitsgebot at 2025-08-17 12:28 PM

Why didn't the Democrats release it?
#18 | POSTED BY ONEPEDO

They should have.

Why isn't Trump releasing the Epstein files?

In February 2025, Bondi stated on Fox News that Epstein's client list was "sitting on my desk right now to review,"

So. What happened?

We know you don't care.

You're a partisan hack.

#21 | Posted by ClownShack at 2025-08-17 12:33 PM

The crimes [Trump] committed were process crimes.
#18 | POSTED BY ONECUCK

So he's a criminal.

Not that it matters to a partisan hack like you.

#22 | Posted by ClownShack at 2025-08-17 12:34 PM

Could be the crime statistics in Democrat run cities like DC are fabricated for political reasons.
#8 | POSTED BY VISITOR_

Could be you've got your head up Trump's arse.

I'd wager I'm correct, and all you got is shht on your face.

Keep swinging, shht boy.

#23 | Posted by ClownShack at 2025-08-17 12:37 PM

No, he'll be looked at like those who supported George Bush

#16 | POSTED BY EBERLY

This is the stupidest thing you've said in a long time.

#24 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 12:54 PM

Why didn't the Democrats release it? Complaining about this just makes you look incredibly ignorant of the history here.

Does this stupid sack of s^%# ever say anything worth reading?

#25 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 12:55 PM

Does this stupid sack of s^%# ever say anything worth reading?
#25 | POSTED BY JPW

I discovered early in the posting history of our "open borders, liberal, Chinese immigrant", that he posts nothing but lies, misinformation and propaganda.

He's never posted anything worth reading.

Like SHRIMPdick and Visitard.

They're all stupid trolls.

#26 | Posted by ClownShack at 2025-08-17 01:04 PM

Why isn't Trump releasing the Epstein files?

Why is Trump protecting Bill Clinton?

#27 | Posted by lee_the_agent at 2025-08-17 01:20 PM

Why is Trump protecting Bill Clinton?

#27 | Posted by lee_the_agent at 2025-08-17 01:20 PM | Reply | Funny: 1

Good question.

#28 | Posted by LauraMohr at 2025-08-17 01:53 PM

#18 | Posted by oneironaut

Stupid Whataboutisms are a disease with this one.

#29 | Posted by Corky at 2025-08-17 03:46 PM

#18 | Posted by oneironaut

Stupid Whataboutisms are a disease with this one.

#30 | Posted by Corky at 2025-08-17 03:46 PM

Here is some context::

" Several problems. For starters, juvenile crime stats are not included, and these numbers account for a sizable chunk of carjackings, car theft, and gang-related violence, including homicides.

Also, these numbers are not to be trusted. The Washington Free Beacon's Alana Goodman reported this week that the District of Columbia has "quietly settled a lawsuit from a sergeant who accused the Metro Police Department of misclassifying offenses to deflate crime statistics," per court records.

The story goes on to say police brass repeatedly told officers to downgrade car thefts, knife attacks and violent assaults to "lesser offenses."

For its part, the Metro Police Union has embraced Trump's deployment. Overall, 91% of Washington residents say crime is a serious problem, yet Democrats and the media insist everything is not only fine but greatly improving by pushing a false narrative. Again"

www.washingtonexaminer.com

#31 | Posted by BellRinger at 2025-08-17 06:42 PM

Patricide Jeff simps for a demented------------.

#32 | Posted by reinheitsgebot at 2025-08-17 06:46 PM

#31 still doesn't justify what's going on, s%^*bag.

You voted to destroy this country while acting like you're a not a clueless dumbs%^*.

You'll never be free of that stain.

#33 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 06:49 PM

Bill Clinton needs no protection. He's a former POTUS.

Untouchable.

The reason we have Trump now is Bill Clinton.

Bill Clinton paved the way to Iraq, and the lawlessness of Trump.

Worst President of the last 80 years.

Truman was worse.

Nuking Civilians Gratuitously to scare Russia is pretty bad.

America is a Rogue Country.

No Example of anything but what to Avoid.

The Morals of absolute Nihlism.

#34 | Posted by Effeteposer at 2025-08-17 06:51 PM

#33. Your schtick is lazy and lame.

#35 | Posted by BellRinger at 2025-08-17 06:56 PM

#33 you are approaching Twoothy level of drama queen.

#36 | Posted by BellRinger at 2025-08-17 06:58 PM

My nextdoor neighbor is screaming that there are Democrats(bugs) on the floor. I just thought people would get a chuckle out of that.

#37 | Posted by LauraMohr at 2025-08-17 07:07 PM

You've reached sniper level of lack of self awareness.

I'll always make sure you're aware of what you foisted on us with your last, stupid voting choice.

#38 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 07:08 PM

Personal attack is all you have. You certainly aren't actually refuting anything.

#39 | Posted by BellRinger at 2025-08-17 07:20 PM

Bellbringer is a Nazi ----.

There, I feel better now.

Carry on.

#40 | Posted by Effeteposer at 2025-08-17 07:24 PM

#39

You're not a serious person.

#41 | Posted by rstybeach11 at 2025-08-17 07:27 PM

#39 you're an authoritarian apologist with hukks%^* talking points and half a*^ed justifications.

At this point, "refuting" you is no different than arguing with chemtrail loons.

#42 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 07:30 PM

DC is a federal jurisdiction. If the president claims crime is too high in This Portland and sends in the Guard, yeah I'm with you all on that. Also, that is not what happened in LA.

#43 | Posted by BellRinger at 2025-08-17 07:32 PM

Yes, Washington D.C. is a federal territory. It is specifically designated as the District of Columbia, created by the U.S. Constitution to serve as the nation's capital. The District is under the exclusive jurisdiction of the U.S. Congress.
Here's why:
Constitutional Mandate:
The U.S. Constitution in Article I, Section 8, Clause 17, authorizes Congress to establish a federal district to serve as the seat of government.
Not Part of Any State:
The District of Columbia is not part of any state and is not a state itself.
Exclusive Congressional Jurisdiction:
The Constitution specifies that the District is under the "exclusive legislation" of Congress.
Federal Enclave:
The District of Columbia is considered a federal enclave, meaning it is a piece of land owned by the federal government and not part of any state.
Home Rule:
While D.C. has a local government with a mayor and city council, it operates under a system of "Home Rule" where Congress retains oversight and budgetary control.

#44 | Posted by LauraMohr at 2025-08-17 07:41 PM

Congress controls DC NOT the president. The only thing that the president controls is the DC national guard.

#45 | Posted by LauraMohr at 2025-08-17 07:44 PM

DC is a federal jurisdiction.

Not really. Congress has oversight on how it's run. Otherwise it's run like any other city.

This is yet another example where Trump has usurped congressional power and CoNstItuTioNaL PatRioTz aNd sMaLl GuBmiNt ConCevAtiVrsz!! like you deny, deflect and defend.

#46 | Posted by jpw at 2025-08-17 08:37 PM

The President controls the DC National Guard and can deploy them at his leisure to DC. There's nothing unconstitutional about that.

It's just a slimy strategy. It's not about violent crime. It's an excuse to bulldoze homeless camps, of which > 50 are already erased.

#47 | Posted by sitzkrieg at 2025-08-18 09:56 AM

Set into motion by Big Ballz and date buying drugs at 3am and getting robbed.

#48 | Posted by sitzkrieg at 2025-08-18 09:56 AM

"CoNstItuTioNaL PatRioTz aNd sMaLl GuBmiNt ConCevAtiVrsz!!"

JFC people are unhinged.

100% unhinged

No, he'll be looked at like those who supported George Bush

#16 | POSTED BY EBERLY
This is the stupidest thing you've said in a long time.

#24 | Posted by jpw

You're just pissed off because you know I'm right.

#49 | Posted by eberly at 2025-08-18 10:18 AM

Trump claimed the capital has been "overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals"
www.newstarget.com

Anyone believe that?

#50 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-18 10:42 AM

JFC people are unhinged.

100% unhinged

#49 | Posted by eberly at 2025-08-18 10:18 AM | Reply | Flag:

Hes a pace setter.

#51 | Posted by lfthndthrds at 2025-08-18 10:59 AM

I mean Geez......nobody but nobody is going to compare a trump voter with mussolini supporters. Never.

JPW forgot he already accused anybody of voting for GWB of exactly the same thing...and now it's 100% forgotten history. The comparison of course.

And when the next republican comes along.....he'll forget about trump voters and direct his angst towards those who support the next republican.

hint......it'll be the same people....LOL

#52 | Posted by eberly at 2025-08-18 11:09 AM

All those criminals, pardoned by a President who supports crime.

#12 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-17 11:47 AM | Reply | Flag:

How about the President that pardoned criminals who hadn't even been indicted yet? LOL. When asked why he pardoned them when they said they never commited a crime he said "just wait."

#53 | Posted by fishpaw at 2025-08-18 01:02 PM

Fishpud, the------------------- is a waddling crime wave.

#54 | Posted by reinheitsgebot at 2025-08-18 01:06 PM

Wow, car jackings are only 190 YTD. Nothing broken here.

#55 | Posted by fishpaw at 2025-08-18 01:06 PM

Fishpud, the------------------- is a waddling crime wave.

#54 | Posted by reinheitsgebot at 2025-08-18 01:06 PM | Reply | Flag

And your candidate was such a ------- idiot that she got smoked by him.

#56 | Posted by fishpaw at 2025-08-18 01:08 PM

Biden beat the daughter-boning------------ by 7 million votes.

#57 | Posted by reinheitsgebot at 2025-08-18 01:09 PM

Wow, car jackings are only 190 YTD. Nothing broken here.

#55 | POSTED BY FISHPAW

Do you call for the Marines when your car is jacked or broken into?

Or do you have your wife, Karen, do it for you?

#58 | Posted by donnerboy at 2025-08-18 01:09 PM

pardoned criminals who hadn't even been indicted yet? LOL.

To shield them from revenge and retribution Trumpy? He didn't preemptively pardon enough of them. Obviously.

But.. You are not a "criminal" unless actually convicted in a court of law.

You know. Like your hero and cult leader and twice impeached criminally negligent Trumpy was.

You CAN legitimately and legally call the current President of the United States a criminal because your Dear Leader was actually convicted of 34 felonies by a jury of his peers in a court of law.

34 Felonies. In a court of law. Where everyone was under oath.

#59 | Posted by donnerboy at 2025-08-18 01:19 PM

Must have been a real serious crime for all the time they gave him.

#60 | Posted by sitzkrieg at 2025-08-18 01:49 PM

Must have been a real serious crime for all the time they gave him.
#60 | Posted by sitzkrieg

Yeah.
Republicans gave him another four years.
Republicans reward criminals and punish the innocent.
Republicans are morphing into their Final Form.

#61 | Posted by snoofy at 2025-08-18 02:07 PM

Must have been a real serious crime for all the time they gave him.

#60 | POSTED BY SITZKRIEG

Americans gave him a "sentence" of four more years in the White House.

Nice going America.

How's that FAFO going so far?

Pretty soon he'll HAVE to release the Epstein files just to distract us for all the dumpster fires being set by Trumpy and his hateful minions.

#62 | Posted by donnerboy at 2025-08-18 02:14 PM

Unless Trumper see inflation like 4/5 years ago when it was 7% & 8%, they think it's going great. When they do, they'll say inflation isn't real, then blame corporate price gouging.

#63 | Posted by sitzkrieg at 2025-08-18 06:20 PM

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