The Justice Department is considering opening an investigation in the wake of George Floyd’s killing into whether the Minneapolis Police Department engaged in a pattern of unconstitutional conduct
WASHINGTON—The Justice Department has told lawmakers it is considering opening a federal investigation in the wake of George Floyd’s killing into whether the Minneapolis Police Department engaged in a pattern of unconstitutional conduct.
Such an inquiry would be in addition to a federal civil-rights investigation that is looking specifically into Mr. Floyd’s killing in police custody. The broader probe would explore whether the police in Minneapolis have a history of discrimination, excessive force, illegal stops and other...
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