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Minneapolis mayor pushes 70% cut to violence interrupters following critical audit
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· October 6, 2026
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Key points It is known that the cuts could impact violence interrupters, with a proposed reduction of 70 percent. A critical internal audit has led to proposed deep cuts in funding for violence prevention efforts.
A critical internal audit has led to proposed deep cuts in funding for violence prevention efforts. Millions of taxpayer dollars are at stake. The audit's findings have prompted a call for a significant reduction in spending on certain programs.
Further details about the proposed cuts and the audit's findings are available from the source. It is known that the cuts could impact violence interrupters, with a proposed reduction of 70 percent.
The source has more information on the situation and the potential impact of the funding cuts on violence prevention efforts.
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Category: government ·
Published: October 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
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