Congressional Republicans Eye Police Reform

The transcript discusses the unveiling of the Justice and Policing Act by congressional Democrats, which aims to reform federal funding. It highlights bipartisan efforts by Senators Mitt Romney and Tim Scott to pass police reforms agreeable to both parties, including banning chokeholds and classifying lynching as a federal crime. Republican discussions on police reform are also covered, with Senator Tom Cotton advocating for more equal policing. President Trump has not proposed his own reforms but has criticized Senator Romney's participation in Black Lives Matter protests and opposes defunding the police.

What is the main focus of the Justice and Policing Act unveiled by congressional Democrats?

Which two Republican senators are working on their own piece of legislation regarding police reforms?

What are some potential areas of common ground for police reform mentioned in the text?

What was Arkansas Senator Tom Cotton's stance on policing as mentioned in the text?

How has President Trump responded to the police reform proposals according to the text?