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With the Fourth of July approaching and political violence on the rise, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro sits down with Matt Delaney to break down how Washington went from one of the worst prosecution rates in the country to one of its most aggressive.

Prosecutions are up and crime is down: U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro on public safety in D.C.

From spies and poets to mothers, daughters, and patriots, these women risked everything for a cause greater than themselves. Actress, filmmaker, and producer Shari Rigby explains why their stories have been overlooked for so long, why they matter today, and how "Defiant Ones" aims to inspire a new generation by bringing history to life through immersive storytelling and an all-star voice cast.

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