Police declare riots in Seattle and Portland amid US protests
4 years, 5 months ago

Police declare riots in Seattle and Portland amid US protests

Al Jazeera  

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets for weeks following the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Judge stays pepper spray law The clashes also came shortly after US District Judge James Robart, on Friday, granted a request from the federal government to block Seattle’s new law prohibiting police from using pepper spray, blast balls and similar weapons. “In the spirit of offering trust and full transparency, I want to advise you that SPD officers will be carrying pepper spray and blast balls today, as would be typical for events that carry potential to include violence,” Seattle Police Department Chief Carmen Best announced before Saturday’s protest. Riot Declared in Downtown Portland July 26-Arrests Made https://t.co/ZMv43pmLQf pic.twitter.com/EVyyHBUFnt — Portland Police July 26, 2020 Early on Sunday, authorities declared a riot amid clashes in which federal agents fired tear gas and protesters toppled a fence erected around a federal court house that has become the central focus of the demonstrations. Police, who closed the area, also said protesters had thrown fireworks at federal law enforcement, who have been accused of using excessive force and of detaining protesters in unmarked vehicles far from federal sites.

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From violent riot to peaceful transfer of power, AP photographers retrace their steps on Jan. 6
3 days, 11 hours ago

From violent riot to peaceful transfer of power, AP photographers retrace their steps on Jan. 6

Associated Press  

Monday’s certification by Congress of President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election was the first official step in the peaceful transfer of power. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print The joint session of Congress convenes to confirm the Electoral College votes, affirming President-elect Donald Trump’s victory in the presidential election, Monday, …

Letters to the Editor: Three years after Jan. 6, Trump has been normalized. How did this happen?
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Letters to the Editor: Three years after Jan. 6, Trump has been normalized. How did this happen?

LA Times  

Police use pepper spray on rioters who were attempting to breach a barricade outside the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. To the editor: Reporter Sarah D. Wire’s first-person account of the U.S. Capitol riot had me reliving the terror, disbelief and disgust that many Americans experienced on Jan. 6, 2021. I say “many” because — impossible as it sounds …

Mass shooting at youth community event in Seattle leaves five injured, two critically
1 year, 5 months ago

Mass shooting at youth community event in Seattle leaves five injured, two critically

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. The violence unfolded shortly before 9pm during a …

Over 119,000 people hurt by riot-control weapons across world since 2015: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

Over 119,000 people hurt by riot-control weapons across world since 2015: Report

Hindustan Times  

More than 119,000 people have been injured by tear gas and other chemical irritants around the world since 2015 and some 2,000 suffered injuries from “less lethal” impact projectiles, according to a report released Wednesday. More than 119,000 people have been injured by tear gas and other chemical irritants around the world since 2015 Physicians for Human Rights and the …

Mostly peaceful protests held across the U.S. after release of Tyre Nichols footage
1 year, 11 months ago

Mostly peaceful protests held across the U.S. after release of Tyre Nichols footage

NPR  

Mostly peaceful protests held across the U.S. after release of Tyre Nichols footage Enlarge this image toggle caption Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images Numerous mostly peaceful protests were held across the U.S. following Friday's release of body camera footage of the killing of Tyre Nichols. A protest in downtown Los Angeles became tense when a small group protesters gathered …

Violent Protest Erupts In Downtown Atlanta Over Police Killing Of Activist
1 year, 11 months ago

Violent Protest Erupts In Downtown Atlanta Over Police Killing Of Activist

Huff Post  

Protesters demonstrate Jan. 21 against the killing of activist Tortuguita during a police raid of Weelaunee People's Park, the planned site of a controversial "Cop City" project, in Atlanta. Cheney Orr via Reuters ATLANTA — A protest turned violent in downtown Atlanta Saturday night in the wake of the death of an environmental activist who was killed by authorities this …

Violent protest in downtown Atlanta over killing of activist
1 year, 11 months ago

Violent protest in downtown Atlanta over killing of activist

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — A protest turned violent in downtown Atlanta on Saturday night in the wake of the death of an environmental activist who was killed by authorities this week after officials said the 26-year-old shot a state trooper. Tortuguita was killed Wednesday as authorities cleared a small group of protesters from the site of a planned Atlanta-area public safety training …

Violent protest in downtown Atlanta over killing of activist
1 year, 11 months ago

Violent protest in downtown Atlanta over killing of activist

LA Times  

A protest turned violent Saturday night in downtown Atlanta in the wake of this week’s killing by law enforcement officers of an environmental activist who had shot a state trooper, according to officials. Tortuguita was killed Wednesday as authorities cleared a small group of protesters from the site of a planned public safety training center that activists have dubbed “Cop …

Police: 1 killed, 5 hurt in shooting during Portland protest
2 years, 10 months ago

Police: 1 killed, 5 hurt in shooting during Portland protest

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — A shooting that left one person dead and five others injured in Portland, Oregon, happened during a confrontation between an armed homeowner and armed protesters at a park where a march was planned to protest police violence, authorities said Sunday. Officers responding to Normandale Park Saturday night found one woman dead, and two men and three other …

Images of chaos: AP photographers capture US Capitol riot
3 years ago

Images of chaos: AP photographers capture US Capitol riot

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — When supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, The Associated Press had nine photographers inside and outside the building. Jacob Anthony Chansley, center, with other insurrectionists who supported then-President Donald Trump, are confronted by U.S. Capitol Police in the hallway outside of the Senate chamber in the Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021, in …

‘Lawless city?’ Worry after Portland police don’t stop chaos
3 years, 2 months ago

‘Lawless city?’ Worry after Portland police don’t stop chaos

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — A crowd of 100 people wreaked havoc in downtown Portland, Oregon, this week – smashing storefront windows, lighting dumpsters on fire and causing at least $500,000 in damage – but police officers didn’t stop them. Portland Police Bureau officials say that’s because of legislation passed by Oregon lawmakers this year, which restricts the tools they can use …

Minneapolis sees more protests after man killed by deputies
3 years, 7 months ago

Minneapolis sees more protests after man killed by deputies

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Protesters took to the streets for a fourth consecutive night in Minneapolis over the shooting death of a Black man by members of a U.S. Crowds marched Sunday evening in response to Thursday’s fatal shooting of 32-year-old Winston Boogie Smith Jr. in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood. Authorities said Friday that Smith was wanted on a weapons violation and fired …

Protest Erupts Again Over Black Man Killed By Minnesota Deputies
3 years, 7 months ago

Protest Erupts Again Over Black Man Killed By Minnesota Deputies

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING MINNEAPOLIS — Protesters faced off with officers in Minneapolis early Saturday over the shooting death of a Black man by members of a U.S. Photos from the scene following a vigil for Winston Boogie Smith Jr., 32, showed dumpster fires in the street and a line of officers standing guard. Police said 27 people were arrested in …

Protest erupts again over man killed by Minnesota deputies
3 years, 7 months ago

Protest erupts again over man killed by Minnesota deputies

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Protesters faced off with officers in Minneapolis early Saturday over the shooting death of a Black man by members of a U.S. Photos from the scene following a vigil for Winston Boogie Smith Jr., 32, showed dumpster fires in the street and a line of officers standing guard. Authorities said Friday that Smith was wanted on a weapons …

Protests erupt again after man is killed by deputies in Minneapolis
3 years, 7 months ago

Protests erupt again after man is killed by deputies in Minneapolis

LA Times  

Protesters faced off with officers in Minneapolis early Saturday over the shooting death of a man by members of a U.S. Photos from the scene following a vigil for Winston Boogie Smith Jr., 32, showed dumpster fires in the street and a line of officers standing guard. It was the second night of protests in response to the fatal shooting …

Protests erupt after Black man shot by deputies in Minneapolis
3 years, 7 months ago

Protests erupt after Black man shot by deputies in Minneapolis

Al Jazeera  

On the same day authorities clear George Floyd Square, deputies shoot Black man during arrest. Minneapolis activists expect Friday protests to be raucous after a US Marshals Service task force fatally shot a man they were trying to arrest the same day city authorities attempted to clear the area where George Floyd was killed. The US Marshals Service does not …

Portland police disperse crowd with pepper spray after officer fatally shoots suspect
3 years, 8 months ago

Portland police disperse crowd with pepper spray after officer fatally shoots suspect

CNN  

CNN — Police in Portland, Oregon, said they used pepper spray and smoke canisters to break up a crowd that gathered on Friday as they investigated the fatal shooting of a suspect by police in Lents Park. A suspect who has only been described as a White male was fatally shot Friday morning by an officer responding to a report …

What we know about the Capitol riots one month on
3 years, 11 months ago

What we know about the Capitol riots one month on

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy It is one month since hundreds of angry pro-Trump rioters …

U.S. terrorism alert warns of politically motivated violence
3 years, 11 months ago

U.S. terrorism alert warns of politically motivated violence

The Hindu  

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a national terrorism bulletin on Wednesday warning of the potential for lingering violence from people motivated by anti-government sentiment after President Joe Biden's election, suggesting the January 6 riot at the Capitol may embolden extremists and set the stage for additional attacks. But this particular bulletin, issued through the the department's National Terrorism …

Capitol Rioters Included Highly Trained Ex-Military And Cops
3 years, 11 months ago

Capitol Rioters Included Highly Trained Ex-Military And Cops

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — As President Donald Trump’s supporters massed outside the Capitol last week and sang the national anthem, a line of men wearing olive-drab helmets and body armor trudged purposefully up the marble stairs in a single-file line, each man holding the jacket collar of the one ahead. A retired Navy SEAL, among the most elite special …

Rioters who stormed US Capitol now face backlash at work
4 years ago

Rioters who stormed US Capitol now face backlash at work

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A printing company in Maryland saw the photo on Twitter Wednesday night: an employee roaming the halls of the U.S. Capitol with a company badge around his neck. The printing company, Navistar Direct Marketing, declined to name the worker but said it can’t offer employment to people “demonstrating dangerous conduct that endangers the health and safety of …

Hours before dying, Trump supporter said 'nothing can stop us', then rioters stormed US Capitol
4 years ago

Hours before dying, Trump supporter said 'nothing can stop us', then rioters stormed US Capitol

India Today  

The Trump supporter who was killed in police firing during the riots at the US Capitol on Thursday had tweeted hours before the riots and said “nothing will stop us”. The woman has been identified by the local media as ‘Ashli Babbit’ who is known as a veteran Trump supporter and was constantly tweeting about the Capitol riots. Metropolitan Police …

Congress protests: Capitol offices evacuated as pro-Trump rioters clash with police
4 years ago

Congress protests: Capitol offices evacuated as pro-Trump rioters clash with police

The Independent  

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US Police Shoot Man Dead during Traffic Stop in Minneapolis, Protesters Gather
4 years ago

US Police Shoot Man Dead during Traffic Stop in Minneapolis, Protesters Gather

News 18  

Police in Minneapolis shot a man dead during a traffic stop on Wednesday, seven months after the killing of George Floyd by an officer in the same US city. “Initial witness statements indicate that the subject involved in this felony stop fired first at Minneapolis police officers who then exchanged gunfire with the suspect,” Minneapolis police chief Medaria Arradondo said …

US results: Police arrest 11 in Portland, 50 in New York after protests
4 years, 2 months ago

US results: Police arrest 11 in Portland, 50 in New York after protests

Live Mint  

Police in Portland declared riots, arrested 11 people and seized fireworks, hammers and a rifle, as Oregon Governor Kate Brown activated the National Guard in response to protests on the night after voting in the US presidential election. In New York, police said they had made about 50 arrests in protests that spread in the city late on Wednesday. "All …

Protests erupt in Portland and Seattle over Trump campaign court challenges
4 years, 2 months ago

Protests erupt in Portland and Seattle over Trump campaign court challenges

LA Times  

Hundreds of protesters demonstrated Wednesday in Seattle and Portland, Ore., against President Trump’s court challenges to stop the vote count in battleground states. Brown said previously she would keep state troopers, sheriff’s deputies and police officers under a unified command into Friday in Portland to handle protests amid the uncertainty over the outcome of the U.S. presidential election. Brown’s order …

Lawsuit: City, state failed to protect Seattle protesters
4 years, 3 months ago

Lawsuit: City, state failed to protect Seattle protesters

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — A new lawsuit says the city of Seattle and Washington state failed to protect protesters from drivers who could hurt or kill them while also allowing protesters to be injured by the police response. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit filed Friday include the family of Summer Taylor, who was killed by a driver on Interstate 5 in July, …

Police: Violence at Portland protest escalates to firebombs
4 years, 3 months ago

Police: Violence at Portland protest escalates to firebombs

The Independent  

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Seattle agrees to America’s ‘most comprehensive protection’ for media and legal observers covering protests against police
4 years, 3 months ago

Seattle agrees to America’s ‘most comprehensive protection’ for media and legal observers covering protests against police

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 Seattle authorities have agreed …

One injured at anti-Trump demonstration after police car speeds off with protester on roof
4 years, 3 months ago

One injured at anti-Trump demonstration after police car speeds off with protester on roof

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 A protester at an …

Labor Day protests took place across the country 100 days after George Floyd’s death
4 years, 4 months ago

Labor Day protests took place across the country 100 days after George Floyd’s death

CNN  

CNN — George Floyd died while in police custody on Memorial Day. Nathan Howard/Getty Images A protester runs away from chemical irritants fired by police to disperse protesters outside the Portland Police Association building on September 5. Nathan Howard/Getty Images Portland police officers arrest a man said to be a street medic during a dispersal outside the Immigration and Customs …

Demonstration over Dijon Kizzee’s fatal shooting ends with deputies, protesters clashing
4 years, 4 months ago

Demonstration over Dijon Kizzee’s fatal shooting ends with deputies, protesters clashing

LA Times  

Protesters march in front of the South Los Angeles Sheriff’s station to demand justice for Dijon Kizzee who was shot and killed by sheriff’s deputies. A demonstration against the fatal shooting of Dijon Kizzee on Saturday night ended with deputies and protesters clashing in front of the South Los Angeles sheriff’s station. The family of Dijon Kizzee gather with protesters …

Portland police arrest dozens on 100th day of protests
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland police arrest dozens on 100th day of protests

Al Jazeera  

Nightly protests against racial injustice were sparked by the death of George Floyd in police custody in May. Protesters in Portland threw rocks and firebombs at police who in turn made more than 50 arrests and used tear gas on Saturday night on the 100th day of demonstrations in the Oregon state against racism and police brutality. Police said officers …

Portland protests: City expects 100th night of unrest
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland protests: City expects 100th night of unrest

CNN  

CNN — Portland, Oregon, the epicenter of recent demonstrations against police brutality and systemic racism, heads towards its 100th straight night of protests Saturday. Late Friday night, police arrested 27 people and declared an “unlawful assembly” after some in the crowd threw rocks at officers. Police said Friday’s protest march started about 9:45 p.m. local time, with some people in …

More Portland unrest as friends mourn slain right-wing activist
4 years, 4 months ago

More Portland unrest as friends mourn slain right-wing activist

Al Jazeera  

Hours before he was shot Aaron ‘Jay’ Danielson and a friend were protecting a flag-waving caravan of Trump supporters. Just hours before he was shot in the chest, 39-year-old Aaron “Jay” Danielson and a friend were seen heading downtown to protect a flag-waving caravan of Trump supporters. … Posted by Joey Gibson on Sunday, August 30, 2020 Ex-girlfriend Christine Banks …

U.S. Faces A ‘Perfect Storm’ Of Political Violence Heading Into November Election
4 years, 4 months ago

U.S. Faces A ‘Perfect Storm’ Of Political Violence Heading Into November Election

Huff Post  

A Portland police officer points a less-lethal weapon at anti-police protesters a day after political violence left one person dead, on Aug. 30, 2020, in Portland, Oregon. Photo:Nathan Howard/Getty Images Law enforcement and other authorities used force while intervening in nearly 400 Black Lives Matter protests since police killed George Floyd in May, according to new data that paints the …

1 killed as Trump supporters, protesters clash in Portland
4 years, 4 months ago

1 killed as Trump supporters, protesters clash in Portland

India TV News  

The mayor of Portland, Oregon, and President Donald Trump engaged in a real-time argument Sunday as the president sent a flurry of critical tweets about Ted Wheeler as the mayor was holding a press conference about the fatal shooting of a right-wing supporter in his city the night before. Trump retweeted the victim’s name and wrote, “Rest in peace Jay!” …

Portland protests: All you need to know about ongoing unrest
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland protests: All you need to know about ongoing unrest

Al Jazeera  

How long has Portland seen the protests? Kyle Rittenhouse, 17, is accused of opening fire and killing three Black Lives Matter protesters The victim of the fatal shooting in Portland was reportedly a right-wing supporter of US President Donald Trump. Portland has seen almost 100 consecutive nights of demonstrations since May, following the death of George Floyd while in Minneapolis …

Portland, USA: Trump supporter murdered, Antifa rioters celebrate
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland, USA: Trump supporter murdered, Antifa rioters celebrate

Op India  

A supporter of US President Donald Trump was murdered in Portland, USA during a night of violent clashes following months of rioting by Antifa goons. Far-Left Celebrate The murder of Trump Supporter In Portland pic.twitter.com/cB14WejdJZ — Errol Webber For Congress August 30, 2020 In his statement rejecting the offer made by US President Donald Trump, Ted Wheeler claimed, “We don’t …

One killed on streets of downtown Portland as Donald Trump supporters clash with BLM activists
4 years, 4 months ago

One killed on streets of downtown Portland as Donald Trump supporters clash with BLM activists

Firstpost  

Portland, Oregon’s largest city, has been the site of nightly protests for three months since the police killing of George Floyd Portland: One person was shot and killed late Saturday in Portland, Oregon, as a large caravan of President Donald Trump supporters and Black Lives Matter protesters clashed in the streets, police said. Portland has been the site of nightly …

1 Killed as Donald Trump Supporters, Counter-protesters Clash in Portland
4 years, 4 months ago

1 Killed as Donald Trump Supporters, Counter-protesters Clash in Portland

News 18  

One person was shot and killed late Saturday in Portland, Oregon, as a large caravan of President Donald Trump supporters and Black Lives Matter protesters clashed in the streets, police said. “Portland Police officers heard sounds of gunfire from the area of Southeast 3rd Avenue and Southwest Alder Street. The chaotic scene came two days after Trump invoked Portland as …

Trump says he will 'take care' of rioters in Portland if the 'incompetent mayor doesn't get control'
4 years, 4 months ago

Trump says he will 'take care' of rioters in Portland if the 'incompetent mayor doesn't get control'

Daily Mail  

President Trump is once again threatening to send more federal enforcement to Portland amid ongoing demonstrations in the city. In a tweet sent out late Friday night, the Commander-in-Chief wrote: 'If the incompetent Mayor of Portland, Ted Wheeler, doesn't get control of his city and stop the Anarchists, Agitators, Rioters and Looters, causing great danger to innocent people, we will …

1 killed as Trump supporters and protesters clash in Portland
4 years, 4 months ago

1 killed as Trump supporters and protesters clash in Portland

LA Times  

A man is treated after being shot Saturday in Portland, Ore. Fights broke out as a large caravan of supporters of President Trump drove through the city. One person was shot and killed late Saturday in Portland as a large caravan of President Trump supporters and Black Lives Matter protesters clashed in the streets, police said. The chaotic scene came …

Calm in Kenosha, violence in Minneapolis as protests continue
4 years, 4 months ago

Calm in Kenosha, violence in Minneapolis as protests continue

Al Jazeera  

The US continues to grapple with racial injustice as protests continue in several cities in the wake of shootings. Relative calm returned to Kenosha, Wisconsin, overnight Wednesday into Thursday after two people were shot dead during protests the night before, while unrest in Minneapolis prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency, as the United States continues to grapple …

Two killed by gunfire as Kenosha protests erupt in violence
4 years, 4 months ago

Two killed by gunfire as Kenosha protests erupt in violence

Al Jazeera  

Two people were killed and another wounded during a third night of protests in the US city of Kenosha in Wisconsin after a police officer shot a Black man in the back seven times, paralysing him. Earlier, police had fired tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse protesters angered by the shooting of Jacob Blake Jr, a 29-year-old Black man, …

Portland Police Declare 'Riot', Ask Protesters to Disperse as Demonstrators Light Fire at Offices
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland Police Declare 'Riot', Ask Protesters to Disperse as Demonstrators Light Fire at Offices

News 18  

Police in Portland declared a “riot” and ordered protesters to disperse late on Monday after a fire was lit at police association offices. “Failure to leave now will subject you to arrest and/or the use of crowd control munitions including but not limited to tear gas and impact weapons”, the police said on Twitter, adding that personnel were responding to …

Riot Declared Outside Portland Public Safety Building, Police Force Protesters Away
4 years, 4 months ago

Riot Declared Outside Portland Public Safety Building, Police Force Protesters Away

News 18  

Police forced protesters away from a law enforcement building in Oregon’s biggest city early Sunday, as efforts to stop the demonstrators from gathering at the building seemingly fell apart. The protesters apparently had plans Saturday night to march from a park to the Penumbra Kelly public safety building, news outlets reported. Federal authorities forced demonstrators away from a plaza near …

Portland protest turns violent, federal police clear plaza
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland protest turns violent, federal police clear plaza

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Federal authorities on Saturday forced demonstrators away from a plaza near a federal building as dueling demonstrations in Portland by right-wing and left-wing protesters turned violent. The building houses a police precinct, police headquarters, a county jail and courtrooms and is next door to a federal courthouse that was targeted for weeks last month by left-wing protesters …

US: Police arrest 14 after Portland clashes between demonstrators
4 years, 4 months ago

US: Police arrest 14 after Portland clashes between demonstrators

Al Jazeera  

Arrests follow violent clashes between rival groups of protesters in the city’s downtown area earlier in the day. Portland police said they arrested 14 people overnight after officers were hit by rocks, bottles and paintballs, following violent clashes between rival groups of demonstrators that roiled the city’s downtown area earlier in the day. In a statement, Portland Police said there …

Portland Police declares demonstration outside law enforcement building 'riot', uses smoke to clear crowd
4 years, 4 months ago

Portland Police declares demonstration outside law enforcement building 'riot', uses smoke to clear crowd

Firstpost  

Demonstrations, often violent, have been taking place nightly in Portland for more than two months following the killing of George Floyd Portland: A riot was declared in Oregon’s biggest city as protesters demonstrated outside a law enforcement building early Sunday, continuing a nightly ritual in Portland. Officers used crowd control munitions to disperse the gathering outside the Penumbra Kelly building. …

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