Minnesota authorities can't arrest or threaten journalists after judge approves settlement arising from George Floyd protests

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A federal judge has approved a settlement prohibiting Minnesota authorities from arresting, threatening to arrest, or using force against journalists.

In addition, officials with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Minnesota State Patrol (MSP) are not permitted to use chemical agents or to seize or intentionally damage journalists' equipment, according to an order from U.S. District Judge Wilhelmina Wright.

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