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Trump's new Justice Department leadership orders a freeze on civil rights cases


Published on 2025-01-23 03:40:37 - ABC
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  • The new Justice Department leadership has put a freeze on civil rights litigation, and suggested it may reconsider police reform agreements negotiated by the Biden administration

The new leadership at the Justice Department, under President Trump, has issued a directive to freeze all civil litigation and regulatory actions, aiming to review and potentially alter the course of ongoing legal battles and regulations set by the previous administration. This move includes a temporary halt on any new lawsuits or regulatory changes, except in cases where immediate action is necessary to protect public interest or safety. The order reflects Trump's campaign promise to dismantle what he described as overreaching regulations and to shift the department's focus towards law enforcement and national security. This freeze has raised concerns among civil rights groups and others about potential delays in addressing critical issues like voting rights, environmental protection, and consumer rights.

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