Trump Says He Spoke With Floyd's Family, Understands Hurt And Pain Of Community
4 years, 7 months ago

Trump Says He Spoke With Floyd's Family, Understands Hurt And Pain Of Community

NPR  

Trump Says He Spoke With Floyd's Family, Understands Hurt And Pain Of Community Enlarge this image toggle caption Alex Brandon/AP Alex Brandon/AP Updated at 6:08 p.m. Sponsor Message "We have peaceful protesters and support the rights for peaceful protesters — we can't allow a situation like happened in Minneapolis to descend further into lawlessness, anarchy and chaos," Trump said. The president's more recent message is a significant departure from his early Friday tweets on the event, in which he referred to protesters as "THUGS" and said "when the looting starts, the shooting starts." Twitter later placed a warning on the tweet, advising that Trump's post violates its policy about "glorifying violence." Twitter hid the second of Trump's messages with a warning but added it "has determined that it may be in the public's interest for the Tweet to remain accessible."

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George Floyd’s family is right to hold Kanye West to account for his hateful comments
2 years, 2 months ago

George Floyd’s family is right to hold Kanye West to account for his hateful comments

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Indeed, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s …

'We're gonna stay strong': Floyd family reacts to sentence
3 years, 6 months ago

'We're gonna stay strong': Floyd family reacts to sentence

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Some of George Floyd s …

Floyd family meets with Biden and Harris at White House
3 years, 7 months ago

Floyd family meets with Biden and Harris at White House

CNN  

CNN — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met on Tuesday with the family of George Floyd exactly one year after he was killed by a Minneapolis police officer, sparking nationwide protests against racism and police brutality. Floyd’s brother, Philonise Floyd, told reporters the family had a “great” meeting with the President and vice president and said: “He’s …

George Floyd one year on: ‘We’re not where we should be’
3 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd one year on: ‘We’re not where we should be’

Al Jazeera  

As the world marks one year since Floyd’s death at the hands of the police, activists say change is slow to materialise. And, the fact is, we still have work to do,” adding that “we must still reform the system.” Biden joined her in urging Congress to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, a bill drafted by members …

George Floyd’s family holds rally, march in brother’s memory
3 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd’s family holds rally, march in brother’s memory

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Members of George Floyd’s family, and others who lost loved ones to police encounters, joined activists and citizens in Minneapolis for a march that was one of several events planned nationwide to mark the one-year anniversary of Floyd’s death. Hundreds of people gathered for the rally Sunday in front of the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis where former police …

Floyd's brother, nephew react to ex-cops' federal indictment
3 years, 8 months ago

Floyd's brother, nephew react to ex-cops' federal indictment

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy George Floyd’s brother and nephew …

Minneapolis announces $27m civil settlement with George Floyd’s family
3 years, 9 months ago

Minneapolis announces $27m civil settlement with George Floyd’s family

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “If I could get him back, I would …

Floyd family agrees to $27M settlement amidst ex-cop’s trial
3 years, 9 months ago

Floyd family agrees to $27M settlement amidst ex-cop’s trial

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The city of Minneapolis on Friday agreed to pay $27 million to settle a civil lawsuit from George Floyd’s family over the Black man’s death in police custody, as jury selection continued in a former officer’s murder trial. Floyd family attorney Ben Crump called it the largest pretrial settlement ever for a civil rights claim, and thanked city …

George Floyd’s brother rallies voters on Election Day
4 years, 2 months ago

George Floyd’s brother rallies voters on Election Day

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The murmurs spread quickly among the poll workers late Tuesday morning at a Brooklyn neighborhood station: George Floyd’s brother was present. Get these people to understand what happened to me can happen to anybody.’” On Tuesday, Terrence’s black hoodie and face mask included the words “I can’t breathe,” “Justice for George,” and “8:46,” the number of minutes …

‘Stop the pain,’ George Floyd’s brother pleads with Congress
4 years, 6 months ago

‘Stop the pain,’ George Floyd’s brother pleads with Congress

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — George Floyd’s brother challenged Congress on Wednesday to “stop the pain” as lawmakers consider a sweeping law enforcement overhaul, so the man he looked up to won’t become just “another name” on a growing list of black Americans killed during interactions with police. Choking back tears, he said he wants to make sure that his brother, whom he …

Minneapolis police chief says George Floyd’s family will inspire his reform efforts
4 years, 7 months ago

Minneapolis police chief says George Floyd’s family will inspire his reform efforts

CNN  

CNN — Minneapolis police Chief Medaria Arradondo says a “gut wrenching” meeting with the family of George Floyd reaffirmed his resolve to make reforms within the department. Hours after announcing that the department was withdrawing from contract negotiations with the police union, Arradondo said Floyd’s death set his agency back and he’s committed to “transformative change.” “There are certainly parts …

George Floyd protests: Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin has bail set at $1.8m, Donald Trump says there will be no disbandment of police
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd protests: Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin has bail set at $1.8m, Donald Trump says there will be no disbandment of police

ABC  

Bail for the former police officer charged with the murder of African-American man George Floyd has been raised to US$1.25 million and US President Donald Trump has rejected calls from some Democrats to defund police departments. Bail for the white former Minneapolis police officer charged with murdering African American George Floyd, whose death ignited two weeks of protests, was raised …

Trump evokes Floyd after hailing strong jobs report
4 years, 7 months ago

Trump evokes Floyd after hailing strong jobs report

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Friday declared it was “a great day” for George Floyd as he discussed a strong jobs report for the country and efforts to bring about racial equality. Joe Biden, the likely Democratic presidential nominee, said Trump’s comments about Floyd were “despicable.” Trump’s comments about Floyd came as he shifted from discussing a drop in …

Joe Biden blasts Donald Trump for 'speaking' for George Floyd
4 years, 7 months ago

Joe Biden blasts Donald Trump for 'speaking' for George Floyd

Daily Mail  

Former Vice President Joe Biden hammered President Trump for having a bunker mentality during public remarks Friday, after the president confirmed he went to the secure facility deep below the White House during protests last week. 'It's time for him to step out of his own bunker and look at the consequences of his words and his actions,' Joe Biden …

George Floyd’s family gave me back my faith in America (opinion)
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd’s family gave me back my faith in America (opinion)

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Roxanne Jones, a founding editor of ESPN Magazine and former vice president at ESPN, has been a producer, reporter and editor at the New York Daily News and The Philadelphia Inquirer. When George Floyd wrapped his arms around you, she said during a nationally-televised memorial service to celebrate his life and to call for justice, “any problems you …

Minneapolis says goodbye to George Floyd
4 years, 7 months ago

Minneapolis says goodbye to George Floyd

Al Jazeera  

First of several planned services to honour Floyd, an unarmed Black man killed by police, takes place in Minneapolis. Minneapolis, Minnesota, US – Hundreds gathered on Thursday for the first of several planned memorials for George Floyd, an unarmed Black man killed by police in Minneapolis, Minnesota last week. “The image that most of us have of George Floyd is …

George Floyd protests in US: With Donald Trump in the White House, the fight for racial justice gets nastier
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd protests in US: With Donald Trump in the White House, the fight for racial justice gets nastier

Firstpost  

By constantly threatening to deploy federal troops through executive fiat and encouraging states to use force against protesters, US president Donald Trump is openly flirting with militaristic authoritarianism while testing the limits of the law In April 1992, the city of Los Angeles erupted in violent riots when a white-majority jury acquitted four police officers accused of using excessive force …

June 2 George Floyd protest news
4 years, 7 months ago

June 2 George Floyd protest news

CNN  

Former President George W. Bush issued a statement about the death of George Floyd, saying that he and former first lady Laura Bush are “anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd and “disturbed by the injustice and fear that suffocate our country.” The statement does not address President Trump’s response. It does say, “The heroes of America — from Frederick …

June 2 George Floyd protest news
4 years, 7 months ago

June 2 George Floyd protest news

CNN  

Former President George W. Bush issued a statement about the death of George Floyd, saying that he and former first lady Laura Bush are “anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd and “disturbed by the injustice and fear that suffocate our country.” The statement does not address President Trump’s response. It does say, “The heroes of America — from Frederick …

June 2 George Floyd protest news
4 years, 7 months ago

June 2 George Floyd protest news

CNN  

Former President George W. Bush issued a statement about the death of George Floyd, saying that he and former first lady Laura Bush are “anguished by the brutal suffocation” of Floyd and “disturbed by the injustice and fear that suffocate our country.” The statement does not address President Trump’s response. It does say, “The heroes of America — from Frederick …

George Floyd's death: Trump threatens to deploy military in U.S. cities to quell violence
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd's death: Trump threatens to deploy military in U.S. cities to quell violence

The Hindu  

As protests, rioting and looting spread across the United States following the police killing of George Floyd, an African American man last week, U.S. President Donald Trump said he would deploy the military in cities and states if local authorities could not bring the violence under control. “Mayors and governors must establish an overwhelming law enforcement presence until the violence …

Joe Biden sharpens contrast with Trump in Philadelphia speech
4 years, 7 months ago

Joe Biden sharpens contrast with Trump in Philadelphia speech

CNN  

CNN — Joe Biden issued a blistering condemnation of President Donald Trump on Tuesday and pledged to offer a break from the “selfishness and fear” that he said have marked Trump’s tenure in office and response to protests against racism and police brutality. Building on his campaign’s core theme that the “soul of the nation” is at stake, Biden made …

George Floyd's brother calls for an end to the violence
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd's brother calls for an end to the violence

Daily Mail  

George Floyd's brother on Monday called for an end to the violent riots in an emotional speech on the spot where his sibling died a week ago. But I doubt you are half as upset as I am' Terrence Floyd, brother of George Floyd, reacts at a makeshift memorial honoring his sibling Terrence Floyd told those looting and rioting their …

Obama condemns violence and calls for change in wake of George Floyd protests
4 years, 7 months ago

Obama condemns violence and calls for change in wake of George Floyd protests

CNN  

Washington CNN — Former President Barack Obama on Monday condemned violence amid protests over the death of George Floyd and police brutality and called for political solutions to address protesters’ grievances about criminal justice. The message from Obama, who previously decried Floyd’s death last week when he said the killings of black men at the hands of police “shouldn’t be …

George Floyd's brother says Donald Trump barely let him speak during their conversation
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd's brother says Donald Trump barely let him speak during their conversation

ABC  

As protests rage after the death of George Floyd, his brother has described the actions of police as a "modern-day lynching" and called for the police officers involved to be charged with first-degree murder. Key points: Philonise Floyd received a phone call from Donald Trump but said the US President barely let him speak He has called for the police …

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Trump: ‘He should just stop talking’
4 years, 7 months ago

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Trump: ‘He should just stop talking’

CNN  

Washington CNN — Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Sunday rebuked Donald Trump’s rhetoric amid days of protests after the death of George Floyd, saying the President “is making it worse” and is stoking racial tensions. Or if he can’t be silent, if there is somebody of good sense and good conscience in the White House, put him in front …

Protests spread across US over George Floyd death: Live updates
4 years, 7 months ago

Protests spread across US over George Floyd death: Live updates

Al Jazeera  

Derek Chauvin charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter in death of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man. — Nicole Norfleet May 29, 2020 15:30 GMT – Minnesota governor apologises for CNN arrests, says there will be swift justice for Floyd Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he expects “swift” justice for Floyd. 14:20 GMT – Biden ‘furious’ about Trump tweet Joe …

Philonise Floyd details the difference between his phone calls with Trump and Biden
4 years, 7 months ago

Philonise Floyd details the difference between his phone calls with Trump and Biden

CNN  

CNN — George Floyd’s brother, Philonise Floyd, on Sunday said he spoke with both President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden last week, saying his talk with Trump was “brief” while Biden was talking to him “constantly.” “The vice president, I loved his conversation. And I understood what he was saying, but it was just a brief conversation.” …

Donald Trump calls Minneapolis protesters 'thugs' and threatens to shoot looters
4 years, 7 months ago

Donald Trump calls Minneapolis protesters 'thugs' and threatens to shoot looters

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US president Donald …

Obama On George Floyd's Death And The 'Maddening' Normalcy Of Racism
4 years, 7 months ago

Obama On George Floyd's Death And The 'Maddening' Normalcy Of Racism

NPR  

Obama On George Floyd's Death And The 'Maddening' Normalcy Of Racism Enlarge this image toggle caption John MacDougall/AFP via Getty Images John MacDougall/AFP via Getty Images Former President Barack Obama says he shares the "anguish" that many feel about George Floyd, a black man who died in police custody in Minnesota. Read Obama's full statement below, including a reference to …

Trump says he’s spoken to George Floyd’s family
4 years, 7 months ago

Trump says he’s spoken to George Floyd’s family

CNN  

Washington CNN — President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s spoken to the family of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of a police officer in Minneapolis earlier this week. “I want to express our nation’s deepest condolences and most heartfelt sympathies to the family of George Floyd,” Trump said during a roundtable event at …

News Analysis: A study in contrast: Trump, Biden respond to Minneapolis crisis
4 years, 7 months ago

News Analysis: A study in contrast: Trump, Biden respond to Minneapolis crisis

LA Times  

President Trump saw burning buildings and decided to light another match. “I think the whole country, the world, see a contrast in Biden and Trump — a contrast that I hope will not be lost on the American people,” said Rep. James E. Clyburn, a South Carolina Democrat who is one of the former vice president’s most prominent black supporters. …

Trump tries a new response after George Floyd’s death
4 years, 7 months ago

Trump tries a new response after George Floyd’s death

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — It was the kind of personal statement expected from a president in response to the disturbing video of a black man gasping for help as a white policeman pinned him to the street by the neck. “I feel very, very badly,” Trump said Thursday of George Floyd’s death while handcuffed and in the custody of Minneapolis police. “So …

George Floyd’s brother on protesters: ‘They have pain. They have the same pain that I feel’
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd’s brother on protesters: ‘They have pain. They have the same pain that I feel’

CNN  

CNN — The brother of George Floyd — the man who died after pleading that he couldn’t breathe while a police officer held him down with his knee — said that he wants justice for his brother’s death after a second night of protests. “People are torn and hurt because they’re tired of seeing black men die constantly, over and …

George Floyd: As heated protests continue, Minnesota governor warns of ‘extremely dangerous situation’
4 years, 7 months ago

George Floyd: As heated protests continue, Minnesota governor warns of ‘extremely dangerous situation’

CNN  

Minneapolis CNN — Hundreds remained on the streets of Minneapolis late Wednesday night protesting the death of George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man who died after pleading for help as a police officer pinned him to the ground with his knee on Floyd’s neck. “We will demand and ultimately force lasting change by shining a light on treatment that is …

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