The Times has reconstructed the death of George Floyd on May 25. Security footage, witness videos and official documents show how a series of actions by officers turned fatal. [Follow live coverage of the civil rights trial against three ex-police officers in the killing of George Floyd.] On May 25, …
George Floyd: 8 Minutes and 46 Seconds
The final minutes of George Floyd's life before he died while in the custody of Minneapolis police officers. His family speaks out demanding justice, but Minnesota's attorney general warns it's difficult to convict law enforcement. Former President Barack Obama says we're at a turning point for police reform as the number of protests spread worldwide. President Trump says governors are "weak" and says state leaders should be tougher on demonstrators.
The Killing of George Floyd
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As millions of people across the country take to the streets and raise their voices in response to the killing of George Floyd and the ongoing …
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Video cameras captured the death of George Floyd as he was being detained by Minneapolis police officers, showing one using his knee to pin him to the ground. The senseless death of another African-American at the hands of law enforcement have sparked fury from the community around the country, demanding justice and systematic reforms. Read more on what's happening to the accused officers and reactions from citizens and our leaders.
As protests over the death of George Floyd continued into the weekend, more states have imposed curfews and some politicians have blamed the violence on out-of-state demonstrators. Governors have activated the National Guards and President Trump warns the military could be called up to assist in policing. Read more on the latest developments happening nationwide.
The day after what was billed as a National Day of Protest over the death of George Floyd by the police, more than 1,700 people have been arrested during demonstrations across the United States. Although many participated peacefully, some protesters were violent against the police and journalists and some committed vandalism against businesses. Members of law enforcement have also been accused of using excessive force against demonstrators and the media. A look at the overnight headlines.
As dozens of U.S. cities impose curfews, protesters are defying orders and continue their call for justice in the death of George Floyd. On Sunday, Minnesota's governor appointed the state's attorney general to oversee all prosecutions involving Floyd's killing. Some police officers are opting to join demonstrators in marching against police brutality. Trump brands Antifa a terrorist organization for its role in clashes. Will he ever address the nation? Headlines from the sixth day of protests.