Impact of Federal Consent Decrees on Law Enforcement and Crime Rates
Sen. Tom Cotton accuses Biden administration of handcuffing law enforcement through federal consent decrees, leading to higher crime rates. Cotton urges Attorney General Merrick Garland to drop these lawsuits and focus on protecting Americans from violent criminals.
Key Points
- Federal consent decrees have been linked to increased crime rates in some cities
- Sen. Tom Cotton believes federal intervention in local law enforcement is detrimental to public safety
- Cotton urges AG Garland to focus on arresting, prosecuting, and incarcerating criminals