Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf insists that federal officers would defend the rights of peaceful protesters in Portland, Ore., but promises no letup against criminal activity.
Gov. Tim Walz is calling the police reform package passed by state lawmakers earlier this week a step in the right direction. But many Democrats and activists say the bill does not go far enough.
A police accountability bill passed by the House and Senate early Tuesday morning is just a first step, DFL legislative leaders said, but Republican leaders said any further changes would need to wait until next year.
The suit was filed in federal court in Manhattan by two former Fox News employees. Fox hosts Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity are also named, accused of sexual misconduct.
A coalition of media organizations is challenging a gag order and restrictions on the release of public information in the cases of officers charged in the death of George Floyd.
Minnesota lawmakers passed a sweeping bill early Tuesday designed to change the culture and oversight of Minnesota police officers. Gov. Tim Walz is expected to sign the legislation, which was the only notable accomplishment of the second special legislative session.
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