Trump is scheduled to give a speech today in Texas to discuss the issue of police brutality and racism. It will be interesting to see what he has to say. He has called the protesters anarchists and has not said anything to indicate that there is a problem with police departments. In the meantime, both Democrats and Republicans are crafting proposals to reform law enforcement.

Trump has to address the problem, and to have a shot at being re-elected he needs to hold on to his conservative base while not alienating his support among independents. At the very least, he has to pledge to work with Congress on the problem. Trump’s polling numbers have been declining lately. This could be a make or break moment.

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