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Baltimore's Comeback: Murders at 50-Year Low, Population Grows

2/26/2026

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott highlighted that since 2019, murder has declined to a near 50-year low and the population is growing.
He cited a 25% drop in vacant buildings and a $3 billion, 15-year revitalization plan.
Scott rebutted U.S. President Donald Trump’s negative portrayal, saying Baltimore is on a recovery path.
He expressed confidence in residents and stated, "Baltimoreans believe that we are the greatest comeback story in the country."

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott highlighted that since 2019, murder has declined to a near 50-year low and the population is growing.
He cited a 25% drop in vacant buildings and a $3 billion, 15-year revitalization plan.
Scott rebutted U.S. President Donald Trump’s negative portrayal, saying Baltimore is on a recovery path.
He expressed confidence in residents and stated, "Baltimoreans believe that we are the greatest comeback story in the country."