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The Trump-Vance Administration is trying to

Promote militarization of local law enforcement

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What we know

The order promotes the militarization of local law enforcement and decreases accountability for officer misconduct.

Formal Name

Strengthening and Unleashing America's Law Enforcement to Pursue Criminals and Protect Innocent Citizens

Status
Pending Analysis
Formal Identifier

14288

April 28, 2025

Anticipated Impact

This EO directs the Attorney General to work on creating resources for law enforcement officers accused of misconduct and on rethinking civil rights consent decrees holding local law enforcement accountable for crimes committed while in uniform. It also directs the Secretary of Defense to produce a report on how to use military assets for local policing, along with continuing the Trump administration's attacks on policies supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Taken together, this EO stands to harm over-policed communities, undo civil rights protections, and undermine local governments.

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