On the recordMay 15, 2023
The D.C. Council's continued attempts to push soft-on-crime legislation and policies are emboldening criminals.
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congress.govThe D.C. Council's continued attempts to push soft-on-crime legislation and policies are emboldening criminals.
Accusation against the D.C. Council for enabling crime through lenient policies.
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