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Critics wary of BCA's investigation into Floyd killing

Critics wary of BCA's investigation into Floyd killing

The BCA is investigating one of the most high-profile police death cases in the country.  Despite video footage taken by a bystander as George Floyd was pinned to the ground by Minneapolis police, critics say they lack trust in BCA investigators, who are tasked with gathering remaining evidence that would help prosecutors build a case against the police officers.
by Riham Feshir

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In Minneapolis, rage over George Floyd extends beyond cops

In Minneapolis, rage over George Floyd extends beyond cops

To truly understand the rage people in this city felt as they watched a video of George Floyd begging, gasping and slowly succumbing beneath the weight of a police officer’s knee, it’s necessary to step back in time.
by The Associated Press

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Biden opposes defunding police, campaign says

Biden opposes defunding police, campaign says

The Democratic Party standard bearer's opposition comes as more activists call on cities and states to defund or abolish police departments, which President Trump's campaign has seized on.
by Sam Gringlas

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Democrats propose sweeping police overhaul; Trump criticizes

Democrats propose sweeping police overhaul; Trump criticizes

Congressional Democrats on Monday unveiled the Justice in Policing Act of 2020, which aims to install wide-ranging reforms for police departments across the country. It faces Republican opposition.
by Claudia Grisales, Susan Davis, Kelsey Snell and Roberta Rampton

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Floyd killing adds new issues to special session agenda

Floyd killing adds new issues to special session agenda

When Minnesota lawmakers return for a special session later this week, issues related to COVID-19 will now have competition from issues related to police brutality and racism.  Several legislative proposals have surfaced in response to the police killing of George Floyd and the resulting civil unrest.
by Tim Pugmire

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When protesters call for 'defunding the police,' what does it mean?

When protesters call for 'defunding the police,' what does it mean?

Protesters are pushing to “defund the police" over the killing of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by law enforcement. But what does “defund the police” mean? It’s not necessarily about gutting police department budgets.
by The Associated Press

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Veto-proof majority of Minneapolis council members supports dismantling police department

Veto-proof majority of Minneapolis council members supports dismantling police department

The council members said past efforts to reform the department have failed, so they are not going to try and implement new training policies or civilian oversight. Council member Phillipe Cunningham said the process will not happen overnight.
by Brandt Williams

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Lawmakers propose bill requiring police officers to have identifying information during protests

Lawmakers propose bill requiring police officers to have identifying information during protests

Rows of armed agents were deployed around protests in Washington, D.C. this past week, but it was not obvious who they were: They had no name tags or badge numbers. Now, Democratic lawmakers are calling for legislation that would make it illegal for these officers to not identify themselves.
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro and Christianna Silva

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