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Law Enforcement in the Era of COVID-19, Riots, and "Defund the Police" - with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

Law Enforcement in the Era of COVID-19, Riots, and "Defund the Police" - with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton

Hold These Truths with Dan Crenshaw · Dan Crenshaw

June 16, 202050m 53s

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In the midst of national conversations about police brutality, violent protests, and the constitutionality of lockdowns, Attorney General Ken Paxton is responsible for finding the right solution to each problem for Texas. What would "defunding the police" actually mean for communities that are most vulnerable to crime? How should officials draw the line to prevent peaceful demonstrations from becoming destructive? What are the proper roles for federal and state governments when enforcing restrictions during a pandemic? A.G. Paxton gives his views and experiences as Texas's top law enforcement officer during one of the most contentious times in recent history.