Julie Fedorchak: “If D.C. were state, it would have the highest homicide rate…”

“I'm Julie Fedorchak. I am a representative from North Dakota, the lone member from North Dakota. As my colleagues have said, crime in our nation's capital is out of control. If D.C. were state, it would have the highest homicide rate in the country. And already this year, nearly 1600 violent crimes have been reported. I agree with the people here. D.C. is a beautiful city. It's an amazing city, and it's the best capital in the world.” (00:21–00:26)

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