The president might have found allies in Southeast Washington, where violent crime has long vexed residents. But when he described the city as “disgusting,” with “roving mobs,” his remarks left those looking for help cold.
Concerns came to a head during the pandemic, when carjackings surged and many of those arrested were children. Carjackings and other crimes have declined considerably.
New Hampshire is backing away from a promise to pay victims hundreds of millions of dollars. Other states are also rethinking payouts to those harmed under their care.
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