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Minnesota Bills Would Create State Right To Sue Government Officials for Constitutional Violations

Two different pieces of legislation aim to create state workarounds to the procedural quagmire of federal civil rights litigation.

Reason · Mar 27

Minnesota Cop Who Fabricated a Sex-Trafficking Ring Won't Be Held Accountable

The officer made up information and lied multiple times under oath but the government says she has federal immunity.

Reason · Oct 26, 2025

Minnesota Woman Jailed for 2 Years Over a Fake Sex-Trafficking Ring Still Can't Sue the Cop Responsible

The case is a baffling reminder that the more power a government official has, the harder it is for a victim to get a shot at justice.

Reason · Aug 1, 2025