Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, who will lead all prosecutions related to the death of George Floyd, told “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano that “injustice has been a hallmark of our criminal justice system.” Ellison’s comments come after six days of nationwide protests, which have turned into violent clashes between police and demonstrators in many U.S. cities. Source
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Activist calls on people to “find a better way” to protest injustice
“I’m challenging everybody in my race to step up and find a better way, but I am also challenging the white counterparts,” Hayes told CBSN. Source
Lead prosecutor in George Floyd case on probe’s next steps
“Our criminal justice system is used as a system of social control so often,” he told Elaine Quijano, anchor of “Red & Blue” on CBSN. Source
Police chief fired after fatal shooting of black business owner
Barbecue operator David McAtee owned a business near a parking lot where a large crowd had gathered and officers opened fire early Monday. Source
Police draw criticism for brutal tactics used against protesters
When asked if bias training for officers is enough, Dallas Police Chief Reneé Hall said: “You know, it’s a start.” Source
Smithsonian Institution’s Lonnie Bunch on protests: “This moment needs to be a tipping point”
Lonnie Bunch is the founder of the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and leads the Smithsonian Institution. Norah O’Donnell spoke to him about the current American landscape and said the country is at a tipping point. Source
Trump: “I am your president of law and order”
President Trump spoke from the White House Rose Garden Monday evening after days of sometimes violent protests following the death of George Floyd. He said he supports peaceful protests but would mobilize federal resources, even the military if necessary, to stop “rioting and looting.” Watch his remarks. Source
U.S. braces for more unrest as Trump promises “decisive action” against violence
Police and federal law enforcement on Monday launched tear gas and rubber bullets at protests near the White House. Source
Taser maker Axon’s shares jump 20% on George Floyd protests
Wall Street analysts say company behind stun guns and body cameras will benefit from reforming police practices. Source
Trump says he is “your president of law and order”
After protesters and journalists were tear-gassed across from the White House and the area was cleared, the president walked across the street to visit St. John’s Church. Source