Crimes against children are among the worst in America, and technology has made it even easier for predators to reach their victims, U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions said Tuesday.
But fighting these types of crimes will remain a priority under his leadership, Sessions said during a speech in Atlanta.
"I want you to know that we can, we are now and we will continue to make a difference and protect children that need to be protected," he said.
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Sessions spoke Tuesday morning at the opening session of the National Law Enforcement Conference on Human Exploitation at the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. The three-day conference, held for the fourth year in Atlanta, expects 1,500 people to attend.
With local, state and federal law enforcement working together, Sessions said the efforts send a clear message to those targeting children.
“You will not harm our kids, and we will never rest until we find you and bring you to justice for your appalling acts,” he said.
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