WASHINGTON, D.C. February 10, 2026 – The United States has recorded its lowest murder rate since 1900, according to a statement released by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem on February 10, 2026.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Secretary Noem credited the achievement directly to the leadership of President Donald Trump. She highlighted that the sharp decline has been particularly pronounced in cities where the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) conducted targeted immigration enforcement and crime prevention operations.
The announcement also noted a significant reduction in fentanyl-related deaths, which have fallen by more than 30% nationwide.
Secretary Noem wrote:
“LOWEST MURDER RATE SINCE 1900.
Under the leadership of @POTUS Trump, the murder rate has plunged to a 125-year low — with especially steep drops in cities where the @dhsgov law enforcement undertook targeted immigration enforcement and crime prevention operations. Our nation has also experienced a steep decline in fentanyl deaths, which have dropped over 30%.
@POTUS Trump is saving millions of lives. We are not going back to how things used to be!”
The post included a short video clip (approximately 59 seconds long), likely featuring supporting visuals or data graphics emphasizing the crime statistics and administration policies.
The claim has generated substantial engagement online, receiving thousands of likes, reposts, and views within hours, alongside a mix of supportive comments praising the administration’s tough-on-crime approach and critical replies questioning the data’s accuracy, timing of the decline, or attributing the trends to earlier periods.
Some users pointed out that homicide rates began decreasing notably in 2024 (during the prior administration) before the current term, while others defended the statement by emphasizing the role of recent enforcement actions in accelerating the drop.
Official crime statistics from sources like the FBI or CDC would typically provide the underlying data for such claims; however, the precise figures referenced (including comparisons to 1900-era rates) have sparked debate about methodology and context in public discussions.
The Trump administration has consistently prioritized border security, immigration enforcement, and partnerships with local law enforcement as key components of its public safety strategy since taking office.
This development comes amid ongoing national conversations about crime trends, opioid crisis interventions, and the effectiveness of federal versus local approaches to reducing violent crime and drug overdoses.
Life News Agency will continue to monitor official reports and data releases for further verification and context on these reported historic lows in violent crime and fentanyl fatalities.
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