Congressman Al Green of Texas spoke at George Floyd’s funeral in Houston, saying Floyd’s “only crime” was that “he was born black.” Watch his remarks. Source
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Family members speak at George Floyd’s funeral
George Floyd’s brothers and other loved ones paid tribute to him in emotional remarks at his funeral service in Houston. Watch this portion of the service. Source
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee speaks at George Floyd’s funeral
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas spoke at George Floyd’s funeral in Houston, and said, “Around the world… there are people rising up who will never sit down until you get justice.” Watch her remarks. Source
KKK member arrested after driving car into protest
During his arrest, Rogers told officers he was the president of the Ku Klux Klan in Virginia and the highest-ranking member not imprisoned, according to a county official Source
FBI and police search man’s home in missing Idaho kids case
It’s the second search of Chad Daybell’s home in a case that has vexed investigators for months and attracted worldwide attention. Source
Live updates: George Floyd’s funeral service held in Houston
George Floyd’s funeral service is being held at the Fountain of Praise Church in Houston. Source
Black Lives Matter protests extend into America’s suburbs
The movement has gathered momentum outside of the urban centers and is showing up in towns from Greenwich, Connecticut to Waco, Texas to Wenatchee, Washington. Source
Trump suggests 75-year-old man shoved to the ground by police was a “set up”
Mr. Trump was referencing a report from One America News Network, which cited a conservative blog. Source
Trump campaign to resume rallies as Biden holds virtual fundraisers
The Trump campaign plans to resume rallies in the next two weeks. Meanwhile, Joe Biden’s team is holding private virtual fundraisers. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Nicole Sganga and Bo Erickson have the latest from the campaign trail. Source
Amadou Diallo’s mom: “Every mother heard” George Floyd’s last words
Kadiatou Diallo became an activist in the years since Amadou’s death, working to improve relations between police and the community. Source