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Washington, D.C. residents weigh in on crime amid Trump's federal takeover

By Frank Langfitt

Published August 13, 2025 at 5:15 PM EDT

Perspectives on crime in Washington, D.C., differ depending on where you are. Overall, though, residents seem to think President Trump's approach isn't the right one.

Frank Langfitt

Frank Langfitt is NPR's London correspondent. He covers the UK and Ireland, as well as stories elsewhere in Europe.

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The Old Fiddler's Convention draws thousands of bluegrass and old-time music fans to Galax, Va., where mostly amateur performers compete over six days for prize money.
Virginia's Old Fiddler's Convention welcomes musicians and fans in its 89th year

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Each year for the past 89, Galax, Va., has hosted what it proclaims is the world's oldest and largest fiddler's convention. People come from all around to keep alive a rich American musical tradition.
In wake of defunding, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting says it's shutting down

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