Ted Cruz: “Vehicle theft in DC is more than three times the national…”

“DC has one of the highest murder rates among large US cities nationwide. The homicide rate is more than 27 murders per 100,000 residents. That was in 2024. Vehicle theft in DC is more than three times the national average. With 842.4 thefts per 100,000 residents. It is among the most dangerous cities globally. And in recent years, the number of car thefts has doubled and the number of car jackings has tripled.” (07:20–07:26)

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