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Trump Urges Federal Action as Major Cities Cut Homicides 2026

5/14/2026

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President Donald Trump called for federal intervention to cut city crime.
The Major Cities Crime Audit reported homicide declines in New York, Oakland, Los Angeles and Portland in early 2026.
New York City recorded a 31.7% homicide drop and its fewest murders in the first four months of 2026.
Oakland, Los Angeles and Portland each saw double-digit homicide cuts and large robbery, rape or assault declines in the first quarter of 2026.

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President Donald Trump called for federal intervention to cut city crime.
The Major Cities Crime Audit reported homicide declines in New York, Oakland, Los Angeles and Portland in early 2026.
New York City recorded a 31.7% homicide drop and its fewest murders in the first four months of 2026.
Oakland, Los Angeles and Portland each saw double-digit homicide cuts and large robbery, rape or assault declines in the first quarter of 2026.