Trump to speak on crime in New York
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The gist
Trump visits Nassau County Police Academy to release FBI crime report showing largest-ever drop in violent crime. The visit aims to boost Republicans in battleground races ahead of November midterms.
Background
President Trump is visiting the Nassau County Police Academy in Long Island on Friday to highlight his record on crime and safety, a key issue for his administration. The White House says he will release new FBI crime statistics showing a decrease in violent crime for 2025, including an estimated 18.1% decline in murder and manslaughter. The visit is part of an effort to support Republican candidates, including Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, who is challenging Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul, in closely contested races ahead of the November midterms.
How it unfolded
- Aug 10, 2026White House confirms Trump will visit Nassau County Police Academy on Friday.
- Aug 13, 2026White House announces Trump will unveil FBI crime report showing largest year-to-year decrease in violent crime ever recorded.
- Aug 14, 2026Trump visits Nassau County Police Academy, releases new FBI crime statistics, and holds a news conference with Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- White House spokesperson Lauren Bis: 'President Trump promised to make America safe again and the data proves he has done just that.'
- Analysts
- Republican strategist Jesse Hunt says talking about crime reduction offers Trump a chance to reach voters across political and class divisions.
- Caution
- Some experts note that crime decreases may predate Trump's policies, and the National Guard deployments did not reduce crime according to a Center for American Progress report.
Still unverified
The claim of 'largest year-to-year decrease in violent crime ever recorded' is based on FBI data that has not been independently verified. Also, Trump's assertion that 'crime is way down since I took Office' is disputed by some experts.