Debate Over Crime Trends Intensifies As New Data Presents Conflicting Views

Recent FBI and DOJ reports show differing trends in violent crime rates, fueling political debate ahead of the 2024 election.

The FBI's 2023 report indicates a 3% decrease in violent crime, including an 11.6% drop in murder and a 9.4% decline in rape.
The Department of Justice's National Crime Victimization Survey suggests a 55.4% increase in violent crimes from 2020 to 2023.
Experts argue that FBI data only includes reported crimes, while the DOJ survey captures unreported incidents, leading to differing conclusions.
President Biden and Vice President Harris credit their administration's policies for the reported decline in violent crime, emphasizing the American Rescue Plan's impact.
Former President Trump disputes the FBI's findings, citing DOJ data to claim that violent crime has surged under the Biden-Harris administration.