(Washington, DC) – White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre sidestepped confirming the safety of Washington, DC, for American visitors, choosing instead to emphasize the overall unacceptability of violent crime and underscore the imperative of fostering a sense of security within communities.
When pressed by a reporter about the surge in homicides, escalating crime rates, and a spike in carjackings in the nation’s capital, the Press Secretary hesitated before responding, “I mean, look…”
Stressing her point, Jean-Pierre stated, “All violent crime, regardless of location, is completely unacceptable, not just here in D.C.” She went on to assert that the president is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of communities, lamenting a perceived lack of support from congressional Republicans. “The president wants to make sure that communities feel safe, and we’re not seeing that from congressional Republicans, we’re just not. They continue to get in the way.”
The discussion unfolded against the backdrop of the recent shooting incident involving three D.C. Metro police officers, with Jean-Pierre only addressing the incident after being prompted by a reporter.
