Trump Questions Counting Domestic Violence in D.C. Crime Statistics

President Donald Trump downplayed the seriousness of domestic violence during a speech at the Museum of the Bible while promoting his crime reduction efforts in Washington, D.C. He argued that city officials inflate crime statistics by including domestic disputes, such as a "little fight with the wife," which he classified as "lesser" crimes that should not be counted. Trump claimed that this inclusion prevents him from declaring a complete victory over crime, despite touting the city as a "safe-zone" with crime reportedly down by more than 87%. His comments drew criticism from domestic violence advocates who said his remarks undermine the gravity of domestic violence, a crime typically underreported according to public health research. The White House responded by stating Trump was not downplaying domestic violence and highlighted his administration's executive actions addressing crime, including domestic violence. The remarks also elicited some laughter from the audience, raising further concerns about the perception of his stance on domestic violence.