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"Security enhancements that have been put in place include both seen and unseen measures," stated Col. Joe Gasper, director of the MSP. "I can assure you that we take our responsibility for safeguarding the Capitol and those who work and visit here seriously and, together with our law enforcement partners, we will be prepared to ensure law and order." … [Read more...] about Michigan law enforcement to increase security at State Capitol in anticipation of armed protests

“I’m excited about the prospect of what this means for Illinois,” said Illinois Sen. Elgie Sims, D-17th, who sponsored HB 3653. “I think this is a tremendous moment, an historic moment, but it’s also a transformational moment. It allows us to reimagine what public safety and criminal justice looks like in this state.” … [Read more...] about Police Reform Bill Goes To Pritzker’s Desk Despite Law Enforcement Backlash

U.S. District Judge William Orrick III of San Francisco had already issued a nationwide injunction in April, blocking enforcement of the executive order that Trump had issued in February and saying it was likely to be found unconstitutional. The Trump administration has appealed that ruling, which remains in effect, and has also sought to backpedal from the broad language of the president’s order. … [Read more...] about Trump’s threatened punishment over sanctuary policies blocked by judge’s final ruling

Normally, when there is a change of administrations, outgoing officials work with their replacements to assure a smooth transition. Often, a well-regarded senior official is asked to stay in office until at least the secretary of the department has been confirmed by the Senate. Meanwhile, career professionals take over as temporary caretakers.             … [Read more...] about Biden needs to fill the leadership gaps on Day One

“We witnessed actions inside the Capitol building that were inconsistent with the rule of law. The rights of freedom of speech and assembly do not give anyone the right to resort to violence, sedition and insurrection,” the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a statement on Tuesday. And CNN reports that a major interagency meeting is happening Wednesday to discuss security in nation’s capital ahead of President-elect Biden’s inauguration next week, and in anticipation of potential violence: … [Read more...] about Trump Faces Senate Trial After Second Impeachment