Topic: Qualified Immunity

2 chapters across the catalog

Rainbow of Rockets
Episode 1683 56:12 - 59:43

1683: Rainbow of Rockets

Sonia Massey Shooting, George Floyd Justice in Policing Act

The fatal shooting of Sonia Massey by Illinois Sheriff's Deputy Sean Grayson is discussed in the context of renewed calls for the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. The hosts examine the provisions of the act, including changes to qualified immunity and federal prosecution standards. Conflicting reports regarding body camera footage and the presence of boiling water during the incident are noted.

Canuck Chuck
Episode 1526 1:50:46 - 2:01:41

1526: Canuck Chuck

Tyre Nichols, Police Reform, Qualified Immunity

The death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis has sparked renewed calls for police reform and the abolition of qualified immunity. Reverend Al Sharpton and Vice President Kamala Harris attended the funeral, while the hosts discuss the potential for "policeless traffic stops" and the ideological motivations behind the movement to abolish traditional law enforcement.