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President Trump’s joke about roughing up thugs draws mixed reactions

by Brian Seay

In a joke Friday, President Donald Trump told officers during a speech not to “be too nice” to thugs - drawing mixed reactions from police and other groups.

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25 ways Trump administration can deploy federal resources to help fight violent crime

by Brian Seay

A new report released this month outlines recommendations for how policymakers and the Trump administration can work to reduce violent crime in American cities.

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Understanding firearm assaults against police

by Jennifer Cruz

From increased training to better crime reporting, the Justice Department study suggests ways to reduce deadly - or potentially deadly - encounters.

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