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Minneapolis City Council Adopts Police Oversight After George Floyd Investigation

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Minneapolis City Council Adopts Police Oversight After George Floyd Investigation

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  • The **Minneapolis City Council unanimously voted** to implement systemic police reforms and outside oversight after a federal investigation stemming from **George Floyd's murder**.
  • A **court-enforceable consent decree** was reached with the Justice Department, requiring an independent monitor to assess progress on reforms.
  • The investigation highlighted a **pattern of civil rights violations**, including the use of excessive force and discrimination against **Black individuals and Native Americans**.
  • This agreement must be ratified by a **federal judge** and signifies Minneapolis' second instance of entering such an agreement under the Biden administration.
  • The findings come just as discussions arise regarding potential changes in federal oversight with the incoming **Trump administration**, known for advocating police protections.

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