DefundThePolice

Twitter 2020-06 activism declining Updated 2026-02-10
Early 2020s Major 800M+ lifetime posts

First documented in June 2020 on Twitter. Currently in a period of declining activity from earlier peak engagement.

Also known as: DefundPoliceDefund12

#DefundThePolice

Controversial call to reimagine public safety.

Origin & Impact

Following George Floyd’s murder, #DefundThePolice emerged as a demand to reallocate police funding to social services, mental health, and community programs. The slogan became both a rallying cry and lightning rod, sparking intense debate about police reform.

While controversial and often misunderstood, the hashtag shifted conversations about public safety and led to actual budget reallocations in some cities.

#BlackLivesMatter #PoliceReform #AbolishThePolice

References

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