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Trump Halts Police Misconduct Investigations, Sparks Outrage

5/24/2025

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The Trump administration abruptly halted Justice Department investigations into unconstitutional policing in eight cities, including Trenton, dismissing findings of excessive force and illegal arrests. Mayor Reed Gusciora emphasized that reforms are still in progress, while community leaders voiced their outrage, urging New Jersey's Attorney General to maintain oversight to ensure police accountability.

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The Trump administration abruptly halted Justice Department investigations into unconstitutional policing in eight cities, including Trenton, dismissing findings of excessive force and illegal arrests. Mayor Reed Gusciora emphasized that reforms are still in progress, while community leaders voiced their outrage, urging New Jersey's Attorney General to maintain oversight to ensure police accountability.