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

Published: June 16, 2020, 11:06 p.m.

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 \u201cdefunding the police\u201d 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\u2019s top law enforcement officer during one of the most contentious times in recent history.