Police Reform

Minneapolis police force learns from Los Angeles police after George Floyd's murder in a similar way they learned from Rodney King's case in 1992.

Revocation of National Law Enforcement Accountability Database

President Trump signed an executive order revoking a federal system for background checks on law enforcement officers, including the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database. The database was part of President Biden's police reform package. The decommissioning may make it harder for law enforcement agencies to catch applicants with past issues. However, another system called the National Decertification Index remains intact and is used by many police departments.

Minneapolis City Council Approves Agreement with Federal Government in Response to George Floyd's Death

The Minneapolis City Council unanimously approved an agreement with the federal government to overhaul the city's police training and use-of-force policies in response to the 2020 police killing of George Floyd. The agreement aims to promote professionalism, respect, and the sanctity of human life in law enforcement activities.

Minneapolis Police Reform Consent Decree

The Minneapolis City Council approved a consent decree with the federal government to overhaul the city's police training and use-of-force policies in the wake of George Floyd's murder. The agreement aims to promote the sanctity of human life, professionalism, and respect in law enforcement activities. It puts the department under long-term court supervision following a scathing critique by the Department of Justice in 2023, alleging systematic racial discrimination and constitutional rights violations.

Memphis Police Department Violations

A Department of Justice investigation found that Memphis police officers regularly violate the rights of the people they are sworn to serve, including using excessive force and discriminating against Black people. The investigation was launched after the beating death of Tyre Nichols in 2023, leading to protests and calls for police reforms.

Progressive Police Reforms in Minnesota

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz endorsed a package of progressive police reforms following the death of George Floyd and amidst the 'defund the police movement,' including creating an Office of Community-Led Public Safety Coordination.

George Floyd's legacy and impact on society

A conversation from Minneapolis about what's changed and what's not since George Floyd was killed by police officers four years ago.

President Joe Biden's commencement speech at Morehouse College

Van Jones discusses President Joe Biden's upcoming speech at Morehouse College, highlighting the need for direct addressing of issues like police reform and violence in the streets to win over a skeptical audience.

Alan Ritchson's Extreme Views on Police Officers and Controversial Statements

Alan Ritchson, star of Amazon's show Reacher, expresses extreme views in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, criticizing police officers for getting away with murder and advocating for reform in law enforcement. He also makes controversial statements about former President Donald Trump, his struggles with bipolar disorder, and more.

Police reform and support for law enforcement

Republican congresswoman urges New York police officers to move to Texas for better quality of life and support for law enforcement.

Police Reform at the Local Level

Small town marshal Randy Wilson discusses ongoing efforts to improve and reform policing at the local level with input from the community amid push for law enforcement reforms by anti-police activists and lawmakers.