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Six years after Breonna Taylor’s killing, America is weakening the rules that could have saved her

Following Taylor’s death, the US limited no-knock warrants. But the Trump administration has quietly rescinded those limits

The Guardian - US

Federal judge dismisses Louisville police reform agreement spurred by Breonna Taylor's death

A federal judge in Kentucky has dismissed Louisville’s proposed settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice

The Independent UK

Prosecutors ask appeals court to let ex-officer convicted in Breonna Taylor raid out of prison

The U.S. Department of Justice is arguing that a former Louisville police officer convicted of using excessive force during the deadly Breonna Taylor raid should be let out of prison

The Independent UK

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Judge denies request by ex-detective convicted in Breonna Taylor raid to delay prison sentence

A former Louisville police officer convicted of using excessive force in the deadly Breonna Taylor raid is expected to report to prison this week

The Independent UK

35 Times The Common Folk Made A Huge Mark In Society And History (New Pics)

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The US cities left behind as Trump ends key police accountability reforms

Consent decrees meant to curb police abuse are ending in more than 20 cities, including Breonna Taylor’s Louisville

The Guardian - US

Breonna Taylor’s family blasts ‘no prosecution’ as ex-cop gets measly sentence thanks to Trump’s interference

The DOJ should never have gotten involved.

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5 Years After Breonna Taylor Was Killed, 1 Officer Gets 33 Months

Brett Hankison was convicted of violating Breonna Taylor’s Fourth Amendment rights during a fatal no-knock police raid.

Reason

Ex-police officer gets 3-year prison sentence over Breonna Taylor death

Brett Hankison was found guilty for his connection to the fatal raid, but was recommended a mere one-day sentence by the US Justice Department

Evening Standard

Judge gives ex-officer nearly 3 years in Breonna Taylor raid, rebuffs DOJ call for no prison time

Taylor's mother, Tamika Palmer, said she was disappointed that the new federal prosecutors assigned to the case were not pushing for a tougher sentence.

Euronews

Ex-officer sentenced to nearly three years for role in Breonna Taylor’s killing

Federal judge rejects justice department recommendation that Brett Hankison be give no prison time

The Guardian - US

Police officer convicted in Breonna Taylor raid sentenced to almost three years in prison

The Trump administration had requested a nominal one-day sentence for the former officer, a punishment the judge overseeing the sentencing called ‘incongruous and inappropriate’

The Independent UK

Ex-US Policeman In Breonna Taylor Killing Sentenced To 33 Months

A federal judge on Monday rejected an appeal for leniency by the Trump Justice Department and sentenced an ex-police officer to 33 months in prison for violating the civil rights of a Black woman whose 2020 killing fueled widespread protests.

International Business Times

US police officer in Breonna Taylor death sentenced to 33 months in prison

Prosecutors had asked that officer Brett Hankison be given a sentence of one day for his role in the fatal shooting.

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The Independent UK

Sentencing hearing set for ex-Kentucky officer convicted in Breonna Taylor raid

A federal judge is set to sentence an ex-Kentucky police officer convicted of using excessive force during the deadly Breonna Taylor raid in 2020

Al Jazeera

Why do US prosecutors want a one-day sentence for Breonna Taylor shooting?

Taylor, an emergency medical technician, was killed in her home during a botched police raid in March 2020.

Al Jazeera

Prosecutors recommend one day of prison for officer in Breonna Taylor death

Under President Donald Trump, the Justice Department has asked a judge to consider a significantly lighter sentencing.

The Independent UK

US Justice Department wants no prison time for ex-officer convicted in Breonna Taylor raid

The U.S. Justice Department is recommending an ex-Kentucky police officer convicted of using excessive force during the deadly Breonna Taylor raid should serve no prison time

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The Guardian - US

DoJ seeks single-day sentence for officer who fired into Breonna Taylor’s home

Department of Justice says no prison needed for ex-officer convicted of violating Taylor’s civil rights in fatal 2020 raid

The Independent UK

‘Racism in plain sight’: Outrage after DOJ seeks one-day sentence for cop convicted in Breonna Taylor shooting

A department memo sent to a judge Wednesday claimed that Brett Hankison should not have been prosecuted over the civil rights charges on which he was convicted

Reason

Masked ICE Agents Are a Danger to Both the Public and Themselves

When cops don't look like cops, they run a greater risk their target will fight back.

Reason

Denver Case Highlights the Potentially Deadly Hazards of Police Raids Based on Secondhand Information

Michael Mendenhall wants the Supreme Court to reconsider a precedent that allows home invasions based on nothing but hearsay.

Reason

Short Circuit: An inexhaustive weekly compendium of rulings from the federal courts of appeal

Frigid cells, raw sewage in cells, and expressive activity on public beaches.

The Independent UK

Black Lives Matter street murals stand as an enduring reminder of protests against racism

In 2020, Black Lives Matter street murals appeared in cities across the U.S. following the police killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery

Al Jazeera

US Justice Department ends post-George Floyd police reform settlements

The Trump administration has also announced it will rescind reports that found patterns of discrimination in policing.

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