Press Releases

If you are a member of the media, please contact Rachel Fergus, Communications Associate at rfergus@aclu-mn.org. Join our press release list by sending your name, media outlet, email address and phone number to rfergus@aclu-mn.org with the subject line “Press Release List.”

Aug 03, 2020

New Polling Shows Broad Majority of Minneapolis Residents Favor 2020 Charter Change, As Commission Approaches Decision Deadline

A new poll study found that 61% of Minneapolis voters, including leaners, are prepared to vote ‘yes’ on the city charter change to create a “Community Safety and Violence Prevention Department,” with only 32% in opposition.
Jul 28, 2020

ACLU-MN Files Class Action for Protesters Injured During George Floyd Protests

The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota and Fish & Richardson filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of protesters who were injured during peaceful demonstrations over the murder of George Floyd.
Issue Areas: Police Practices, Protect Personal Liberties
Jun 07, 2020

Statement: ACLU-MN Reaction to Proposed Disbanding of Minneapolis Police

Several members of the Minneapolis City Council said today that they will vote to disband the Minneapolis Police Department and find community-based alternatives. They have a veto-proof majority.
Jun 03, 2020

ACLU-MN Sues Law Enforcement over Attacks on Journalists Covering George Floyd Protests

The ACLU of Minnesota filed a class-action lawsuit overnight Tuesday on behalf of journalists targeted and attacked by law enforcement while covering protests over the police murder of George Floyd.