Youngkin Vetoes 22 Criminal Justice Reform Bills, Citing Public Safety Concerns
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Youngkin vetoed 22 criminal justice reform bills he says would undermine public safety, including measures on juvenile justice and interrogations.
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The vetoes target Democratic bills passed on party line votes, making overrides unlikely.
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Youngkin's vetoes put him on pace for a record number as he negotiates with Democrats over legislative priorities.
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Vetoes include allowing legal immigrants to serve as police chiefs and reducing some drug possession charges.
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Youngkin says the bills he vetoed protect illegal immigrants, impede law enforcement, prosecutors and judges.