Were DC's Crime Stats Faked? Plus, Ghost City & Your Love Letters To DC

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The Washington Post’s Perry Stein joins us to talk about local D.C.’s response to the Trump law enforcement surge, the coming debate over crime stats, and we’re going to hear some of your love letters to DC. Plus, in a member’s-only fourth segment: What about that new Metro design? Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can⁠ also become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 22nd episode: ⁠Overlook Maps⁠ ⁠Nace Law Group⁠ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠

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