ST. PAUL, MN –Senate Majority Leader Jeremy Miller (R- Winona) released the following statement as results show Minneapolis voters have rejected a charter amendment to defund the police:

“Defunding the police was never a good idea, and I’m happy the residents of Minneapolis have made it clear they are not on board with the anti-police rhetoric. A professional, trained, and properly staffed police force is crucial in keeping communities safe. Law enforcement is an increasingly challenging profession, and I am grateful for the men and women who serve and protect our communities.”