Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison discusses the death of George Floyd following his arrest by Minneapolis police, and the third night of protests in the city. Source
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Protests rage in Minneapolis over George Floyd’s death
Angry demonstrations flared over the death of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer kneeled on his neck. Source
NYC plans to reopen as nation weighs COVID-19 risks
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced phase one of reopening could start early next month, but other parts of the U.S. are pushing back against restrictions even as COVID-19 cases rise. David Begnaud reports. Source
Minneapolis police precinct set ablaze as protests rage on
The third precinct is in smoldering remains after protesters descended on the building, fanning flames, breaking windows and tagging the side of the building. Source
Minneapolis police arrest CNN crew on live television
A CNN reporting team on the ground in Minneapolis was arrested on live television while covering the protests. Source
Police precinct torched as protests rage in Minneapolis
The Minnesota National Guard was activated and sent 500 soldiers to the Minneapolis twin city of St. Paul and surrounding communities to help control the situation. Source
Trump: “When the looting starts, the shooting starts”
His tough talk in a tweet on the Minneapolis unrest and in one criticizing Minneapolis’ mayor was quickly rebuked. Source
Zoo worker mauled in “harrowing” attack by lions
The 35-year-old woman suffered serious head and neck injuries after being attacked by 2 male lions. Source
Pandemic historian criticizes Trump administration’s COVID response
John Barry, an expert on the 1918 influenza pandemic, spoke with Major Garrett for this week’s episode of “The Takeout” podcast. Source
House seats Democrats and GOP are trying to flip in 2020
In total, Republicans need a net gain of at least 17 seats to flip the House back to GOP control. Source