Minneapolis City Council Members Vow To Dismantle Police Department

The Minneapolis City Council pledged to dismantle the police department and create a new public safety model. This decision follows intense criticism of the police after George Floyd's death, which sparked global protests against racial inequality and police brutality. Mayor Jacob Frey, who opposes defunding the police, was booed at a rally. He plans to work on police reform but faces potential veto challenges. Changing the city's charter to dismantle the police requires a voter referendum.

What action did the Minneapolis City Council commit to regarding policing?

• Dismantling the current police system

• Increasing police funding

• Hiring more police officers

• Building new police stations

What event led to global protests against racial inequality and police brutality?

• A city council meeting

• The death of George Floyd

• The election of a new mayor

• A new police chief appointment

How did Mayor Jacob Frey respond to calls for defunding the police?

• He remained neutral

• He supported the defunding

• He opposed the defunding

• He resigned from his position

What does Mayor Frey plan to address with the police chief and community?

• Hiring more officers

• Systemic racism in police culture

• Building new police stations

• Increasing police salaries

What is required to change the city's charter regarding police funding?

• A decision by the mayor

• A voter referendum

• A city council vote

• A police department proposal