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Clashes break out near White House between police, protesters as unrest extends into weekend

George Floyd4 hours ago

Clashes break out near White House between police, protesters as unrest extends into weekend

Clashes broke out Saturday near the White House between police and those protesting the death of George Floyd in police custody -- as tensions flared for yet another night in confrontations and unrest across the country.

St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’

George Floyd3 hours ago

St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on Saturday walked back a prior claim that all those arrested in city riots a day earlier were from out of state, reportedly saying he was given inaccurate police data.

RNC sets deadline for North Carolina to allow 'full' convention, amid threat to change locations

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RNC sets deadline for North Carolina to allow 'full' convention, amid threat to change locations

The Republican National Committee on Saturday set a tight deadline for North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper to provide guidance on whether the party can host a "full" presidential convention in the state in August as planned, amid threats from President Trump to find a new location if necessary.

Biden condemns riots over George Floyd death, calls for end to 'needless destruction'

Joe Biden5 mins ago

Biden condemns riots over George Floyd death, calls for end to 'needless destruction'

Former Vice President Joe Biden condemned protests that turned violent across the nation late Saturday in response to the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd in police custody last Monday, calling for an end to “needless destruction” in communities.

National Guard activated in nearly a dozen states amid unrest over George Floyd death

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National Guard activated in nearly a dozen states amid unrest over George Floyd death

Governors in nearly a dozen states across the country activated the National Guard amid protests and riots that have broken out in response to George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis police custody earlier this week.

LA Mayor Garcetti calls for National Guard help: 'This is no longer a protest. This is destruction'

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LA Mayor Garcetti calls for National Guard help: 'This is no longer a protest. This is destruction'

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said the California National Guard is being deployed to Los Angeles overnight Saturday as the nation's second-largest city faces another night of rioting in response to the death of George Floyd.

Giuliani says George Floyd tragedy could have united the nation, blames riots on progressive political leaders

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Giuliani says George Floyd tragedy could have united the nation, blames riots on progressive political leaders

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Rep. Kevin McCarthy says only peaceful protests honor George Floyd's memory

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Rep. Kevin McCarthy says only peaceful protests honor George Floyd's memory

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy joins Bill Hemmer on 'America's News HQ.'

Dueling claims: Trump blames Antifa for riots, Minnesota officials point fingers at white supremacists and cartels

White House3 hours ago

Dueling claims: Trump blames Antifa for riots, Minnesota officials point fingers at white supremacists and cartels

President Trump on Saturday blamed at-times violent protests that took place across the U.S. a day earlier on Antifa and other left-wing groups -- as Minnesota officials claimed that white supremacists and even drug cartels were involved in stoking violence.

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Rep. Tom Emmer says Minnesota's governor should have deployed the National Guard immediately

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Minneapolis mayor says 'white supremacists,' 'out of state instigators' behind protests, but arrests show different story

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Minneapolis mayor says 'white supremacists,' 'out of state instigators' behind protests, but arrests show different story

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said Saturday that state officials think "white supremacists" and "out-of-state instigators" could be behind the protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death, but a report showed that "about 86 percent" of arrests so far are mostly of in-state residents.

St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’

3 hours ago

St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on Saturday walked back a prior claim that all those arrested in city riots a day earlier were from out of state, reportedly saying he was given inaccurate police data.

Trump says he's postponing G7, wants to invite other countries

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Trump says he's postponing G7, wants to invite other countries

President Trump on Saturday said he is postponing the G7 until at least September and that he hopes to invite additional countries to participate in the summit.

Clashes break out near White House between police, protesters as unrest extends into weekend

4 hours ago

Clashes break out near White House between police, protesters as unrest extends into weekend

Clashes broke out Saturday near the White House between police and those protesting the death of George Floyd in police custody -- as tensions flared for yet another night in confrontations and unrest across the country.

Ohio Dem rep, other officials pepper-sprayed during protest in Columbus

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Ohio Dem rep, other officials pepper-sprayed during protest in Columbus

Democratic Rep. Joyce Beatty and other local Ohio officials were sprayed with pepper spray Saturday in Columbus during protests that broke out in response to the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd while in police custody.

Trump vows to stop 'mob violence' amid riots over George Floyd death

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Trump vows to stop 'mob violence' amid riots over George Floyd death

President Trump on Saturday vowed to stop “mob violence,” as he condemned riots that have broken out amid what originally were protests across the country in response to Minneapolis man George Floyd’s death in police custody earlier this week.

MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death

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MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death

Leaders across the country say that the rioting is no longer about the death of an innocent black man.

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RNC sets deadline for North Carolina to allow 'full' convention, amid threat to change locations

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RNC sets deadline for North Carolina to allow 'full' convention, amid threat to change locations

The Republican National Committee on Saturday set a tight deadline for North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper to provide guidance on whether the party can host a "full" presidential convention in the state in August as planned, amid threats from President Trump to find a new location if necessary.

Minnesota using 'intelligence support' from NSA, US military amid riots

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Minnesota using 'intelligence support' from NSA, US military amid riots

Minnesota's governor said Saturday the state is using “intelligence support” from the U.S. military and the National Security Agency to push back against the alleged organizers of riots that have occurred in the state in response to the death of George Floyd.

Trump applauds SpaceX launch as 'inspiration for our country'

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George Floyd case: AG Barr promises 'justice will be served' amid nationwide protests

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George Floyd case: AG Barr promises 'justice will be served' amid nationwide protests

Attorney General Bill Barr released a statement Saturday addressing the death of George Floyd, who died at the hands of law enforcement while Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck.

Trump defends his supporters amid riots: 'MAGA loves the black people'

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Trump defends his supporters amid riots: 'MAGA loves the black people'

President Trump disputed the idea that it stoke "racial violence" if his supporters gathered at the White House as riots broke out in response to George Floyd's death.

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