The Phoenix Police Department presented their case before the Phoenix City Council on Dec. 10, outlining the numerous updates and improvements made since the Department of Justice launched an investigation into their practices three years ago.

A recent independent survey delved into the public perception of how well the Phoenix Police Department performs its duties.

Regardless of what happens with the U.S. Department of Justice's investigation into the Phoenix Police Department, planned reforms will continue after President-elect Trump takes office. The big picture: Federal probes under the Biden administration into alleged civil rights abuses by a dozen cities' police departments haven't led to any reform agreements — and are unlikely to do so in Trump's second term.