Sessions: Violent Crime Is Still On The Rise

24/7 News Source — Attorney General Jeff Sessions says violent crime is still on the rise in the U.S.  

Speaking at the Justice Department Friday, Sessions noted a spike in drug-related violent crime. 

"There can be no question that drug trafficking is inherently a dangerous business," Sessions said.

Sessions said 40 additional violent crimes prosecutors will be deployed in crime hot spots around the U.S. They will work out of U.S. attorney offices. 

Sessions said curbing violent crime is one of President Trump's top priorities.  


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