Trump took down police misconduct database, but states can still share background check info

In the flurry of first-day executive orders, President Trump revoked a 2022 police accountability package, including a system to flag misconduct.

Feb 28, 2025 - 22:30
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Trump took down police misconduct database, but states can still share background check info
President Donald Trump signs an executive order at an indoor Presidential Inauguration parade event in Washington, Jan. 20, 2025.

In the flurry of first-day executive orders, President Trump revoked a 2022 police accountability package, including a system to flag misconduct.

(Image credit: Matt Rourke)