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DOJ scraps Biden-era police consent decree plans in Minneapolis and Louisville
The DOJ announced the end to Biden-era federal consent decrees aimed at seizing long-term control of local police departments ...
Minneapolis will adhere to police reform consent decree despite DOJ's dismissal plan, officials say
Minneapolis officials say the city will adhere to a federal consent decree ordering expansive reforms to its police force ...
Twin Cities leaders criticize Trump DOJ for move to scrap Minneapolis police consent decree
The consent decree stipulated a series of reforms to Minneapolis Police Department following George Floyd's murder.
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DOJ moves to end consent decree with Minneapolis police days before anniversary of George Floyd’s murder
The U.S. DOJ wants to end a consent decree with Minneapolis police that would enforce reforms on the department.
Thousands mark 5th anniversary of George Floyd’s murder as they call for justice and decry Trump
Thousands are marking the fifth anniversary of George Floyd's murder at religious services, concerts and vigils nationwide.
Community voices unite in Minneapolis to demand justice and change
People gathered for a prayer service hosted by Worldwide Outreach For Christ and organized by Rise and Remember.
Some fear excessive use of force will rise as the DOJ drops oversight of police departments
Consent decrees have had mixed results. In Los Angeles, which exited its 12-year agreement in 2013, the police department ...