The Indiana Republican just introduced the “Reforming Qualified Immunity Act,” a bill that would reduce the liability shield for all government employees, not just police officers, back to the original standard.
Leadership on this issue from a Republican is welcome, as qualified immunity is not truly in line with conservative principles.
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