Staff Reports
The latest FBI data for the first part of 2024 revealed a decrease in violent crime and homicides, following a trend that started in 2023. But some investigators feel these numbers might not tell the whole story, calling them “deceptive” and “unreliable.”
Reported incidents of violent crime dropped by 15%, while murders were down by 26%, which Attorney General Merrick Garland hailed as “historic.” However, there are concerns about the participation rate of law enforcement agencies in reporting crime data. The numbers show a decrease in participation from 89% to 63% of agencies, covering only 65% of the population according to a report by the Washington Examiner.
Latest FBI crime report shows drop in violent crime, homicides-but is it deceptive? Yes it is Very Deceptive and Americans @JoeBiden is full of crap! https://t.co/0n5FFVqRQ6
— George Palmer (@gfp3) June 13, 2024
The FBI stated that they will only release accurate crime numbers once the participation rate reaches 80%. The current data only covers 77% of the population, leaving room for uncertainty and estimation in crime figures.
The Biden administration has been quick to take credit for the decrease in crime rates, with President Biden claiming that violent crime is plummeting to record lows. However, public opinion does not align with the reported numbers, as a Gallup poll revealed that most Americans believe crime is on the rise nationally and in their local communities.
This discrepancy between official crime data and public perception could be detrimental to the Biden administration, as it struggles to convince the American people that they are effectively addressing crime. Conservatives argue that lax Democratic policies could be contributing to the public’s distrust in government information, warning that misleading the public erodes trust in institutions over time.
