Lauren Lumpkin
Reporter for The Washington Post who co-reported on DCPS truancy and its ties to youth crime, appearing as a primary guest analyzing data and policy solutions.
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Mar 18, 2026 • 37min
Kids Are Playing Hooky — Is That Driving Up Youth Crime?
Lauren Lumpkin, Washington Post reporter who co-reported on D.C. truancy and policy, and Robert Samuels, Washington Post reporter focused on education and crime, discuss rising truancy and youth disorder in D.C. They trace trends before and after COVID. They examine data gaps, why kids skip school, after-school program effects, enforcement vs services, and policy moves to reroute truancy reports.
Nov 18, 2025 • 37min
Is Student Truancy Behind DC's Youth Crime?
Lauren Lumpkin and Robert Samuels, reporters from the Washington Post, dive into the alarming connection between student truancy and youth crime in D.C. They reveal shocking statistics, including 18,000 uninvestigated truancy reports. The duo discusses the longstanding failures in addressing absenteeism and how unmet policy commitments have worsened the situation post-COVID. They explore reasons behind truancy, such as family needs and mental health issues, and spotlight successful after-school programs that help reduce absenteeism. It's a crucial discussion on policy and community impact.
