On Anniversary Of George Floyd’s Death, Biden Vetoes Congressional Attempt To Block D.C. Police Bill

Written By Alex Dodds

Published in DCist (May 25, 2023)

President Joe Biden on Thursday vetoed a congressional resolution that sought to block a police discipline and accountability bill passed by the D.C. Council, siding with city lawmakers and advocates in a fight over police reform and self-governance only months after he had signed a separate resolution blocking another D.C. bill.

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