While citizens nationwide are protesting the death of George Floyd, who died after a Minneapolis officer kneeled on his neck for nine minutes, musicians and others in the music industry are also speaking up and looking for ways to help end racism and bring about accountability.We at Billboard -- like the many artists, companies, music industry professionals and more -- are also adding our voices to stand in solidarity.

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Lady Gaga urges 2020 graduates to stand up against ‘systemic oppression’ in heartfelt speech

Lady Gaga delivered a heartfelt speech to high school graduates on Sunday (June 7, 2020), as she urged them to do their bit to fight systemic racism in America.The 34-year-old singer was just one of the famous names taking part in YouTube’s Dear Class of 2020 graduation special and told viewers that while she had recorded her initial speech two weeks ago, she was inspired to re-record her message following the death of George Floyd at the hands of police officers and the subsequent Black Lives Matter protests.“My speech at that time reflected and referenced the shared experience of the Covid-19 global pandemic that has devastated the world this year and how important it is to be a force of kindness in the world as you take the next step

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Derek Chauvin has been charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in connection to the death of George Floyd. ( Hennepin County Jail )MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will make his first court appearance Monday in the death of George Floyd.

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Pink slams 'all lives matter' critics in the comments of her protest photo: 'Educate yourself'

Pink fired back at people suggesting all lives matter and criticizing her for attending a protest for George Floyd over the weekend. The singer, like many other celebrities, has been sharing a number of posts supporting those protesting against police brutality and taking to the streets to call for reform.

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Nick Cannon addresses Black Lives Matter protest in Times Square wearing 'I still can't breath' mask

Nick Cannon has been on the frontlines of the ongoing protests against police brutality and racism, which included flying to Minneapolis to attend demonstrations near where George Floyd was killed while in police custody.And on Sunday The Masked Singer host made his presence felt when he attended the rally in Times Square in New York City in support of Black Lives Matter.With the city curfew now lifted, it was just one of nearly three dozen gatherings and protests happening on Sunday in New York's five boroughs.

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Houston to hold 6-hour public viewing of Floyd's casket

HOUSTON – Mourners will be able to view George Floyd's casket Monday in his hometown of Houston, the final stop of a series of memorials in his honor.A six-hour viewing will be held Monday at The Fountain of Praise church in southwest Houston. The viewing is open to the public, though visitors will be required to wear a mask and gloves to comply with coronavirus-related guidelines.

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‘I’m proud to see that many people want justice’: Nashville teens lead 10,000 in peaceful protest

(Left to right) Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas. When six teenagers decided to organize a peaceful protest after the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, they never imagined it would turn into the massive and historic event that it did.Jade Fuller, Emma Rose Smith, Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Mikayla Smith and Zee Thomas had never met until each decided something needed to be done in light of the current events impacting the nation.Kennedy Green, Nya Collins, Jade Fuller and Emma Rose Smith during the demonstration.

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Mint Lite | India emerges from lockdown, diamonds pile up & other news to know

George Floyd’s killing continue, and companies like Nike and Amazon have spoken out against racism. Corporates usually don’t show solidarity but this time, speaking up seems to be an imperative.

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Largely peaceful protests against police brutality march on

WASHINGTON – Massive protests against police brutality nationwide capped a week that began in chaos but ended with largely peaceful expressions that organizers hope will sustain their movement.Tens of thousands of people marched Saturday with few reports of problems in scenes that were more often festive than tense.Wearing masks and urging fundamental change, protesters gathered in dozens of places from coast to coast while mourners in North Carolina waited for hours to glimpse the golden coffin carrying the body of native son George Floyd, the black man whose death at the hands of Minneapolis police has galvanized the expanding movement.Collectively, it was perhaps the largest one-day mobilization since Floyd died May 25 and came as many

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Jennifer Aniston gives $1 million to racial justice charity: 'It's our responsibility to make noise'

Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after being 'deeply affected' by the unjust killing of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.The Friends actress, 51, gave $1 million to Color Of Change, a nonprofit civil rights advocacy group and 'the nation’s largest online racial justice organization,' according to The Mirror.As a source explained, 'Like most people, Jen has been deeply affected by what is going on in America and the terrible injustice that people of color experience every day.' 'Deeply affected': Jennifer Aniston has donated a substantial sum of money 'to the charity she felt resonated with her the most' after recent events'She

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Joe Jonas Pregnant Sophie Turner Join Black Lives Matter Protest: ‘No Justice, No Peace’

Joe Jonas, 30, and Sophie Turner, 24, shared photos and videos from a Black Lives Matter protest on Saturday, June 6 following the death of George Floyd. “We stand, we kneel, we lay down with you,” the Game of Thrones star posted on her Instagram story, adding the hashtags, #BlackLivesMatter, #ICantBreathe and #NoJusticeNoPeace. The pregnant actress appeared to be surrounded by hundreds of peaceful protestors sitting and laying in a grassy field in what fans believe to be Mammoth Lakes, California.

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RHOA’s Cynthia Bailey Fiance’ Mike Hill Discuss Why They Took Their 3 Daughters To LA Protests

The Real Housewives of Atlanta‘s Cynthia Bailey, 53, fiancé Mike Hill, 49, and their three daughters took a break from quarantining to peacefully protest following the brutal murder of George Floyd on May 25. “It felt so good to go out in the name of justice,” Cynthia told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY from her Los Angeles home in a video interview on June 5. “From that point, the focus turned from COVID-19 to Black Lives Matter,” she said, going on to note that the protests attracted “all kinds of people.”

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George Floyd’s Life Celebrated at Public Memorial Service in North Carolina

Large crowds of mourners came out today to pay respect to George Floyd, who lost his life at the hands of the Minneapolis Police Department, sparking nationwide protest. A two-hour public viewing was held in Raeford, about 25 miles outside of Fayetteville — where the 46-year-old man was born.

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Madonna hobbles on crutches and shouts ‘no justice, no peace’ as she leads stars in Black Lives Matter protest in London

MADONNA was seen hobbling on crutches as she joined the Black Lives Matter protest in central London today. The pop icon, 60, moved through packed streets as she gave her support to the anti-racism movement.

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Black Lives Matter protester injured as horse bolts after projectiles hurled at police

A Black Lives Matter protester has reportedly been injured after a police horse bolted through the crowds as projectiles were hurled.

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Winston Churchill statue vandalised as thousands attend Black Lives Matter rally

Winston Churchill's statue in Parliament Square has been vandalised as thousands took part in a Black Lives Matter rally.

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Scots warned to avoid mass Black Lives Matter gatherings as huge crowds of protesters turn out across the UK

Glasgow. More than 8000 people have registered their interest in attending the planned demonstration on Sunday, forcing organisers to move it from George Square to Glasgow Green.

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Thousands take the knee for George Floyd in poignant scene at Parliament Square protest

Thousands of people took the knee for George Floyd in London today as protests spread across Britain.

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Scientist warns Black Lives Matter protesters to social distance and wear face masks

People planning to attend Blacks Lives Matter protests across the UK this weekend are being warned to wear face masks and observe social distancing rules.

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Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock breaks down in emotional video about racism

Little Mix singer Leigh-Ann Pinnock broke down after sharing her painful experiences of racism as a member of the chart-topping girl band.

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Machine Gun Kelly opts to forego face mask and temperature check at reopening of Craig's in LA

Machine Gun Kelly has recently been hitting the streets to protest with Black Lives Matter after the police killing of George Floyd.And the Houston-born rapper decided to take an evening to indulge himself as demonstrations continue across the country.He opted to forego PPE Friday as he arrived at celeb favorite eatery Craig's in Los Angeles for the restaurant's reopening amid the growing coronavirus pandemic.

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Black Lives Matter rallies start in Australia amid court ban

SYDNEY – Black Lives Matter protests across Australia on Saturday got underway against a backdrop of possible clashes between demonstrators and police in Sydney, after a court sided with police that the gathering posed too much risk for spreading the coronavirus.The first gathering in the southern city of Adelaide was held to honor George Floyd and to protest against the deaths of indigenous Australians in custody. That was the plan in Sydney as well, where thousands of people were expected to rally.

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‘When Doves Cry’ benefit to unite artists for Prince’s 62nd birthday

Color of Change, an organization that fights injustice against blacks.Of course, Prince — an artist who fought against many types of injustices — was born in Minneapolis, where George Floyd died while in police custody, and remained based in the area until his 2016 death. And just as much as he sang about sex and his own kind of spirituality, he rocked his social consciousness on songs such as “Sign o’ the Times,” “America” and the early classic “Uptown.”Among the artists who will carry on his revolutionary spirit through live performances will be Chris Rob, YahZarah, Maya Sharpe, Koku Gonza and Phony.

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'Why I Protest': Lauren Jauregui on Why She Marches in Solidarity With Black Lives Matter

Thousands of people have taken the streets, from Minneapolis to Los Angeles to Miami, and beyond, to protest against racial injustice and police brutality in the U.S. The national outrage is in response to the death of George Floyd and other black citizens who have died in the hands of police.

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Nemours Children’s Hospital staff kneel in silence in support of ‘White Coats 4 Black Lives’ movement

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The healthcare community in Orlando is joining the call for change. More than 100 physicians, nurses, and staff at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Lake Nona took a knee for 8 minutes and 46 seconds on Friday, the same amount of time George Floyd was restrained by his neck by a former Minneapolis police officer.

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Meet The Artists Behind The Images And Graphics That Have Gone Viral Following George Floyd’s Death

If you’re active on social media, you have likely seen some of the breathtaking artwork that has been created following the death of George Floyd. Perhaps it’s portraits honoring the 46-year-old Minneapolis man, who died at the hands of police last month, or illustrations of Breonna Taylor, who would have turned 27 on Friday, had she not been killed by Louisville Metro Police in March. Maybe you’ve also shared a number of appealing graphic designs to your own account, that aim to help spread important information about the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Breonna Taylor’s life is being remembered on Friday, June 5, on what would have been her 27th birthday.

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US cardinal at Vatican prays for Floyd, and America's future

ROME – The highest-ranking American cardinal at the Vatican on Friday deplored the “unjust” killing of George Floyd, saying it laid bare that the Christian principles of the U.S. Constitution aren’t being applied to black people.Cardinal Kevin Farrell, who heads the Vatican’s laity office, told The Associated Press that the brutality of what happened to Floyd after his arrest in Minneapolis was so unreal it seemed like a movie.

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First Country: New Music From Mickey Guyton, Brantley Gilbert, Tyler Farr & More

It’s been another tough week between the ongoing pandemic and the protests for racial justice. A number of titles were pushed back a week out of deference to Black Out Tuesday, but there are still some worthy releases, including one that thoughtfully addresses the current racial discord.

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Ashley Olsen heads out with a bodyguard in NYC amid protests

Ashley Olsen looked to be back to business on Thursday as she was seen heading into a chauffeured SUV in New York City with a bodyguard by her side as the city still experiences protests after George Floyd's death.The 33-year-old TV star turned fashion designer was likely heading into her office for Elizabeth And James to look at her 2021 line and new partnership with Kohl's.Meanwhile, her sister Mary-Kate Olsen has still not been seen since filing for divorce from her husband of five years, Olivier Sarkozy, in April. News of their split did not surface until mid May.

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Listen to Meek Mill’s emotive new protest song, ‘Otherside of America’

Meek Mill has released an emotive new protest song, ‘Otherside of America’ – you can listen to it below.On the track, which comes a week after the death of George Floyd, Mill explores inequality and racism in America and opens with comments US President Donald Trump made about the Black community in 2016.Floyd, 46, died in Minneapolis last week (May 25) following an altercation with police officers. Floyd, who was African American, was killed when a white police officer appeared to kneel on his neck as he lay on the ground during an arrest.Officer Derek Chauvin has since been sacked and charged with second-degree murder and manslaughter.

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CDC director says protesters should 'highly consider' getting tested for coronavirus

WASHINGTON - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Robert Redfield warned Thursday that recent protests in the wake of George Floyd’s death could be a “seeding event” for coronavirus infections and urged participants to get tested.Testifying before a House Appropriations Committee on the federal government’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, Redfield said individuals protesting in areas that have not yet controlled the outbreak should “highly consider” getting tested.He noted both Minneapolis and Washington D.C.

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Black Music Month 2020: TDE's Reason on Petitioning For Cops to Be Local to Their Area & Why He's 'Never Been Prouder to Be Black'

With Black Music Month in full effect this year, African American artists are looking for ways to stay active, motivated, and committed on the fight for social change within their communities in light of the recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Adbery and more. Spurred by the callous disregard for Black lives, artists are hoping to use their platforms as microphones to invoke reform in both the short and long term.

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Kanye West covering college costs for George Floyd’s daughter

Kanye West has set up a college fund for the daughter of tragic police brutality victim George Floyd as part of a generous donation drive.The Power hitmaker has promised to fully cover the tuition fees for Floyd’s six-year-old girl, Gianna, after the Minnesota resident died at the hands of a white police officer last week (May 25, 2020).In addition, Kanye has stepped up and donated a total of $2 million to date to Floyd’s family, and the relatives of fellow slain African-Americans Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, to help with legal fees as they fight for justice for their loved ones.Taylor, an emergency medical worker, was fatally shot in her own home in March (2020) after police in Louisville, Kentucky stormed the property without

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Breonna Taylor Should Be Celebrating Her 27th Birthday. Here's How to Help Bring Her Killers to Justice.

Courier Journal.Between the coronavirus pandemic and the justified outrage over the killings of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd, the name “Breonna Taylor” didn’t rise to the top of most people’s full newsfeeds. After immense public pressure, the office who was filmed kneeling on Floyd’s neck for over eight minutes with second degree murder and second degree manslaughter in his death, and the three other officers who were on the scene have been charged with aiding and abetting murder.

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Billie Eilish takes knee at peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in LA following George Floyd killing

Billie Eilish is one of several celebs who's been using their platform to promote Black Lives Matter amid nationwide protests.But the five-time Grammy winner has also taken her support beyond social media and to the streets.She posted a video Thursday to her Instagram story as she took a knee while participating in a peaceful protest in Los Angeles, following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis ex-police officer Derek Chauvin.

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Kanye West joins protestors rallying against racial inequality and police brutality

Kanye West marched with protesters rallying against racial inequality and police brutality in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois on Thursday.The rapper, 42, was seen walking in a Justice for George Floyd/CPD out of CPS protest, according to USA Today.Kanye wore a face mask and grey sweatshirt as he joined countless other protestors whom have bandedtogether in response to the death of Floyd, a black man who was killed after a police officer knelt on his neck for over eight minutes.The Stronger rapper has stepped in after the death sparked civil unrest across the country, and has offered to fully pay for the college tuition of Floyd's daughter Gianna.

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Salma Hayek demands justice for man 'beaten' and 'tortured' by police for not wearing a face mask

Salma Hayek wants Justice for Giovanni.The Frida star, 53, is using her platform to address ongoing tension between the public and law enforcement, as exhibited in America's backlash to the death of George Floyd, and an incident earlier last month in Mexico in which a man named Giovanni López was allegedly beaten to death by police because he wasn't wearing a mask on his face amid the COVID-19 pandemic.'Justice for Giovanni Lopez, who was detained in Mexico by 10 policemen for allegedly not wearing a mask,' the Mexico-born actress captioned a post.

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Universal Music Group Details First Priorities for Social Justice Task Force With $25M Donation

Over the weekend, Universal Music Group chairman and CEO Lucian Grainge announced the company would convene a social justice task force in the wake of nationwide protests prompted by the May 25 killing of George Floyd.

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Tekashi 6ix9ine delays music video for new track Gooba ‘out of respect’ following George Floyd’s death

Tekashi 6ix9ine has delayed the release of his music video for new track Gooba ‘out of respect’ following George Floyd’s death.

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NBA star Stephen Curry and wife Ayesha take knee as they join Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland

NBA Champion Stephen Curry and wife Ayesha joined the peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in Oakland, California on Thursday.The 32-year-old Golden State Warriors guard and 31-year-old Canadian celebrity cook joined thousands in attendance for a march through the Northern California city.In a show of solidarity Stephen and Ayesha took a knee in the park just a week after George Floyd was killed by police in Minnesota.

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US riots: Gown and Out in Beverly Hills suffered $500K damages

The high-end dress boutique from Amazon Prime's reality series Gown and Out in Beverly Hills suffered nearly a half a million dollars in damages during riots in Los Angeles.The stars of the series, Pol Atteu and Patrik Simpson shared devastating images of their trashed store and told TMZ that looters pilfered over 100 custom dressed on Saturday.Riots broke out in Los Angeles over the weekend after a small group of agitators disrupted otherwise peaceful protests over the killing of George Floyd, an unarmed black man, while in police custody.

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George Floyd Memorial: Photos From The Minneapolis Service Honoring His Life

On June 4, a memorial service was held in Minneapolis to honor George Floyd, an unarmed Black man who was killed by officers during an attempted arrest on May 25. Reverend Al Sharpton imparted words of action and mourning into his eulogy, remembering George, his life, and feeling so much sorrow for the future that was taken from him. George’s memorial in Minneapolis comes with added grief, as he had moved to the Minnesota city in the hopes of beginning a new chapter in his life.

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Bethenny Frankel announces her foundation will help black small business owners impacted by looting

Bethenny Frankel continues to be a helping hand in time of need.Frankel, 49, took to social media on Wednesday to announce that her her charity organization BStrong - which the The Real Housewives of New York star star set up to aid with emergency assistance amid times of crisis - will be helping black business owners who were impacted by looting amid the recent protests in the death of George Floyd.Frankel, whose tireless efforts with her nonprofit have been on display with their COVID-19 relief efforts, said that BStrong remained 'embedded in PPE aid & will now pivot to this issue which is sadly greater than the greatest health crisis we have seen in our lives.' Making it happen: Bethenny Frankel, 49, took to social media on Wednesday to

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Lizzo, The Weeknd and John Legend sign open letter to cut police budgets following death of George Floyd

"The time has come to defund the police"

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Irina Shayk showcases her long toned legs while taking her daughter Lea for a walk in New York City

Irina Shayk put her home quarantine on pause for some light exercise with her three-year-old daughter Lea on Wednesday.The 34-year-old Russian model pushed her daughter in a stroller while getting in a stroll in New York City.The two made sure to gets some fresh air before the city's curfew went into effect at 8 p.m. following days of protests following the death of George Floyd.

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Halsey Gets Honest About Her Privilege As A ‘White Passing’ Biracial Woman Amid Protests

Halsey, 25, is opening up about white privilege. “im white passing. it’s not my place to say ‘we’,” the singer — who was born Ashley Nicolette Frangipane — tweeted on Tuesday, June 2. “it’s my place to help. i am in pain for my family, but nobody is gonna kill me based on my skin color. I’ve always been proud of who I am but it’d be an absolute disservice to say ‘we’ when I’m not susceptible to the same violence,” she explained to her 12.7 million followers.

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‘We are listening;’ Central Florida law enforcement officers heartbroken by George Floyd’s death

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – George Floyd’s death has impacted the country and the world. The video showing the Minneapolis officer kneeling on Floyd’s neck until he stopped breathing is heartbreaking to watch, especially for African American officers who are called to serve and protect.

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MSNBC's Ali Velshi on Covering Protests Amid Press Attacks: "We Exist to Hold Power to Account"

MSNBC anchor Ali Velshi has covered conflict zones around the world throughout his lengthy career in broadcast journalism, but he never expected one of those places to be Minneapolis, Minnesota. That's where Velshi was shot by a rubber bullet on Saturday night while covering the protests stemming from the killing of George Floyd.

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