What did police try to do to the KKK?

Historically, police efforts to address the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) have varied widely depending on the time and location. In some instances, law enforcement has actively worked to infiltrate and dismantle KKK operations, particularly during the Civil Rights Movement when the Klan was involved in violent acts against African Americans and activists. However, there have been periods and places where police either turned a blind eye to KKK activities or were even complicit. Overall, the effectiveness and commitment of police to combat the KKK have been inconsistent throughout history.