WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is ramping up its efforts to reduce violent crime in the U.S., launching a specialized gun intelligence center in Chicago and expanding task forces to curb carjackings.
In an interview with The Associated Press, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco said there is “absolutely much more to do” to make communities safer, even as many places have experienced a downward trend in crime after a coronavirus pandemic-era spike.
“No level of violence is acceptable,” Monaco said during a trip to Chicago this week. “We are seeing progress, but we’re far from done. We have to double down on the strategies that work, by bringing federal resources to act as force multipliers.”
The initiatives are part of a broad effort by President Joe Biden’s administration to address violent crime — an issue the Democratic president has featured in his reelection campaign to reach young voters concerned about gun violence. Republicans have seized on violence in some American cities, including the nation’s capital, to try to paint Democrats as weak on crime.
Free agency left the Ravens with holes to fill as NFL draft nears, especially on the offensive line
China advocates for equal and orderly multi
Foreign Ministry helped thousands of overseas Chinese, Wang says
Barcelona fined by UEFA for fans making Nazi salutes, monkey gestures at Paris Saint
Waters of South China Sea should be kept calm, Wang Yi says
Top court: Resolving international disputes key
Top legislator addresses closing meeting of China's annual legislative session
Man granted parole for his role in the 2001 stabbing deaths of 2 Dartmouth College professors
China prepares to boost multiple sectors to help develop innovative talent