President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a nationwide increase in arrests, particularly for violent crimes, as his administration continues a crackdown on criminal activity that began this summer.

President Trump and FBI director Kash Patel referenced an FBI initiative called "Summer Heat," which the White House says was responsible for more than 8,000 arrests, more than 2,000 firearms seizures and seizures of drugs including fentanyl and cocaine between June and September of this year.

"Just as were forging peace and stability abroad, were also restoring peace and safety and stability at home," President Trump said.

"This is just the beginning," Patel said. "These are the best numbers for fighting crime in U.S. history, and it's only seven months in."

Patel said the FBI has also

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