US Justice Department Abandons Proposed Police Reform Settlements with Minneapolis and Louisville

The U.S. Department of Justice has officially withdrawn from proposed settlement agreements intended to reform the police departments in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Louisville, Kentucky — two cities that became national flashpoints following the deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor.

The proposed settlements were part of broader federal efforts to address systemic issues within local law enforcement. However, the Justice Department has now decided to halt negotiations, citing concerns over feasibility and long-term implementation.

In separate statements, city officials in Minneapolis and Louisville expressed disappointment but affirmed their commitment to pursuing internal reforms.

The move is likely to reignite debates about federal oversight and local accountability in police conduct and civil rights enforcement.