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Do tougher penalties for minors accused of crimes lower youth crime?

The Trump administration has called to stiffen penalties for minors accused of crimes in D.C. Does that lower youth crime? NPR's Michel Martin speaks with juvenile justice expert Vincent Schiraldi.

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Michel Martin is the weekend host of All Things Considered, where she draws on her deep reporting and interviewing experience to dig in to the week's news. Outside the studio, she has also hosted "Michel Martin: Going There," an ambitious live event series in collaboration with Member Stations.