DOJ Expands Probe on D.C. Crime Stats Manipulation

The Justice Department’s investigation into alleged manipulation of crime statistics by Washington, D.C.’s Metropolitan Police Department is reportedly expanding.

Metro Police Commander Michael Pulliam was placed on leave in May amid allegations he altered crime data. Federal officials are now expected to examine whether other local officials were involved, The Washington Post reported Tuesday.

The report followed Trump’s teasing of the investigation last week and the announcement of the probe Monday on Truth Social.

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