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Preliminary data from the Major Cities Chiefs Association shows that homicides in major U.S. cities decreased by 17.2% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. The decline in violent crime spans two presidential administrations and includes significant reductions in other categories of violent crime.
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Preliminary data from the Major Cities Chiefs Association shows that homicides in major U.S. cities decreased by 17.2% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. The decline in violent crime spans two presidential administrations and includes significant reductions in other categories of violent crime.
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