Justice Department Investigation

Justice Department Finds Memphis Police Use Excessive Force, Discriminate Against Black Residents

A U.S. Department of Justice investigation found the Memphis Police Department uses excessive force and discriminates against Black individuals, concluding that officers regularly violate citizens’ rights. The investigation, prompted by Tyre Nichols’ death following a traffic stop, revealed a pattern of unlawful stops, searches, and the disproportionate use of force against Black individuals, even in response to minor offenses. The department’s “saturation” policing strategy, lacking adequate supervision and clear guidelines, contributed to this misconduct. The city of Memphis initially refused to negotiate federal oversight, but a news conference is planned to address the findings and potential next steps.

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Gaetz’s $10,000 Venmo Payments to Witnesses Spark Outrage

Matt Gaetz made 27 Venmo payments totaling $10,224.02 to two women who subsequently became witnesses in investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct. This raises immediate questions about the nature of these transactions and their potential connection to the ongoing probes. The sheer volume of payments, averaging roughly $400 per transaction, suggests a pattern rather than isolated incidents.

The timing of these payments, occurring before stricter IRS scrutiny of large peer-to-peer transfer apps, is also noteworthy. It’s plausible that such transactions might now trigger red flags and further investigation. The significant sum involved points towards a level of organization and regularity, casting doubt on the possibility of this being a series of spontaneous encounters.… Continue reading

Matt Underwood Nov 20, 2024

Justice Department Investigation

Justice Department Finds Memphis Police Use Excessive Force, Discriminate Against Black Residents

Gaetz’s $10,000 Venmo Payments to Witnesses Spark Outrage

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