ICYMI: Rep. Laurel Lee Joins Republican Study Committee Press Conference on D.C. Crime

Washington, D.C. -Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee, former judge and prosecutor, joined her fellow Republican Study Committee members at a press conference highlighting Republican-led efforts to restore law and order in our nation's capital.

Watch the Congresswoman's remarks here.

Congresswoman's Remarks Below:

"Good afternoon. I'm Laurel Lee from Floria's 15th Congressional District, and I want to thank my colleagues on the Republican Study Committee for their leadership on this important issue. Particularly Representative Hageman and Representative Pfluger.

So Washington, D.C. our capital city - is the seat of our democracy and a symbol of freedom around the world.

But for too long, it has also been a city that is plagued by violent crime, failed policies, and leadership that refuses to take responsibility for public safety.

That is why I am proud to support President Trump and my colleagues who are here today in our efforts to return order and law to Washington D.C.

Together, we will advance common-sense proposals to restore order, to put victims first, to hold violent criminals accountable, and to stop the revolving door of repeat offenders who cycle back onto the streets.

In just the past two weeks, since President Trump stepped in, we have already seen the dramatic difference that decisive action makes.

Carjackings are down. Violent crime is trending down. Federal coordination has strengthened detention and prosecution.

And for the first time in a long while, the people of D.C. are beginning to feel safer in their own neighborhoods.

That progress proves a simple truth:

When you enforce the law, when you keep dangerous criminals off the streets, when you prioritize the safety of families and when you allow law enforcement officers and prosecutors to do their jobs-you get results.

The American people deserve a capital city that reflects the very best of this country, not one that turns a blind eye to lawlessness.

Republicans are committed to ensuring that D.C. is safe, secure, and accountable for years to come. And we will not stop until that promise is fulfilled.

Thank you."