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On Armed American Radio: To Discuss DC Crime Stats Following Trump’s Takeover

Aug 26, 2025 | Radio

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Dr. John Lott talked to Mark Walters on the Armed American Radio show about DC crime statistics following Trump’s takeover. They also discussed the impact of administration changes on crime rates, the importance of self-defense stories, particularly those involving firearms, and how they relate to current crime rates in cities like Chicago and Washington, DC. The conversation highlighted the deterrent effect of armed citizens, the impact of political leadership on crime, and the necessity of legal support for gun owners.

(Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 9:05 to 9:55 PM ET)

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