Weekly Wrap Up: Building Trust Between Communities and Law Enforcement

(White House) It s been a busy week here at the White House. In case you ve missed some of our top stories this week, here s a recap.

A Plan to Build Trust Between Communities and Local Police
Recent events in Ferguson, Missouri and around the country have highlighted the importance of strong, collaborative relationships between local police and the communities that they protect.
That’s why on Monday, President Obama announced new steps that we’re taking to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement agencies and the communities that they are obligated to protect and serve. Take a look at some of the steps we’re taking below:

President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden meet with elected officials, community and faith leaders, and law enforcement officials to discuss how communities and law enforcement can work together to build trust to strengthen neighborhoods across the country.

(Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

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