Murder. Brutality. Reprehensible. Indefensible. Police nationwide, in unequivocal and unprecedented language, have condemned the actions of Minneapolis police in the custody death of a handcuffed black man who cried for help as an officer knelt on his neck, pinning him to the pavement for at least eight minutes.

But some civil rights advocates say their denunciations are empty words without meaningful reform behind them. Authorities say George Floyd was detained Monday because he matched the description of someone who tried to pay with a counterfeit bill at a convenience store, and the 46-year-old resisted arrest.

A bystander’s disturbing video shows Officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneeling on Floyd’s neck, even as Floyd begs for air

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US Legislatures slow to pass laws limiting use of force

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A wave of police killings of young black men in 2014 prompted 24 states to quickly pass some type of law enforcement reform, but many declined to address the most glaring issue: police use of force. Six years later, only about a third of states have passed laws on the question.

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George Clooney calls racism America’s pandemic: “It infects all of us”

"In 400 years we’ve yet to find a vaccine"

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LIVE UPDATES: Protests over death of George Floyd continue across the US

ORLANDO, Fla. – Here’s the latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck.

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Brits asked to kneel on doorsteps in protest against George Floyd's death

British people are being asked to 'take the knee' on their doorstep at home tonight, in a protest against racism and police brutality in light of George Floyd's death.

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Nation's streets calmest in days, protests largely peaceful

WASHINGTON – Protests were largely peaceful and the nation's streets were calmer than they have been in days since the killing of George Floyd set off demonstrations that at times brought violence and destruction along with pleas to stop police brutality and injustice against African Americans.

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Madison Beer takes to the streets of Hollywood for another protest

Madison Beer isn't letting getting hit with tear gas deter her from protesting the unjust death of George Floyd.The 21-year-old singer and model was spotted in Hollywood crouching in front of a line of National Guard soldiers.She was holding up a sign that read, 'I wish America loved black people the way they love black culture.' Madison protests:Madison Beer isn't letting getting hit with tear gas deter her from protesting the unjust death of George Floyd.Beer was spotted wearing a white tank top with black pants and a pair of black, red and white retro Air Jordan sneakers.She also had a black and gold bandanna wrapped around her nose and mouth, to protect herself in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Drake and The Weeknd each donate $100,000 to bailout fund amid protests

Drake and The Weeknd have each donated $100,000 (£79,000) to the National Bailout Collective to help families in need amid the Black Lives Matter protests currently taking place across the U.S.

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George Clooney calls for action against racism ‘pandemic’

George Clooney has called for a drastic overhaul of law enforcement in America in an effort to combat the racism “pandemic” raging in the country.

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The Latest: Police confront several hundred in Portland

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

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Listen to Clara Amfo’s powerful message on racism, mental health and blackness in culture

“You cannot enjoy the rhythm and ignore the blues"

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George Floyd protests: Trudeau says Canadians watching U.S. with ‘horror and consternation’

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau took a long pause today before he answered a question about the racial violence going on in the U.S. Speaking outside his Rideau cottage home this morning, Trudeau stood silently for a time before answering that Canadians are looking at the violence in the U.S.

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DC officials push back on aggressive response to protests

WASHINGTON – Officials in the nation’s capital pushed back on an aggressive response by the federal government to demonstrations over the death of George Floyd, with the mayor flatly rejecting a Trump administration proposal for the federal government to take over its police force and one county in Virginia pulling its officers from Washington.

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Zayn Malik 'deeply saddened' by George Floyd killing as he posts statement amid nationwide protests

Zayn Malik has been preparing to welcome his first child with ex-girlfriend Gigi Hadid during quarantine.And the former One Direction member has recently taken a break from social media as he reconnects with the supermodel.He broke his Instagram silence Tuesday to release a statement on the police killing of unarmed black man George Floyd, which has resulted in Black Lives Matter protests nationwide.

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Paris police fire tear gas to disperse anti-racism protesters

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US protesters ignore curfew to hit streets for 8th night as Trump berates 'lowlife scum'

Rallies against police brutality continued to swell across the US for an eighth consecutive night over the death of George Floyd - just as Donald Trump labelled rioters "scum".

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Peaceful march held in DeLand in response to George Floyd’s death

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A march through the downtown of DeLand brought both community members and law enforcement to walk side by side.

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Dakota Johnson takes to Instagram to support Black Lives Matter and denounce 'disease of racism'

Dakota Johnson took to social media Tuesday to denounce racism and encouraged 'peaceful action' following the death of unarmed black man George Floyd.The 30-year-old actress posted a quote on Instagram from late anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela that read, 'No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite'.She also added a list of organizations to support including Black Lives Matter.

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Norman Reedus bonds with fans as he joins protests in LA sparked by the death of George Floyd

Norman Reedusleft quarantine to advocate for an end to racial violence at a Black Lives Matter protest in Los Angeles, after the murder of George Floyd.The Walking Dead star, 51, appeared in high spirits, as he posed for pictures with fans and rode in on his black motorcycle on Tuesday.As he headed to join others at a demonstration, the father-of-two could be seen wearing an olive green face mask and a black t-shirt, which read: 'Pura Vida Costa Rica' in yellow letters. Vocal supporter: Norman Reedus left quarantine to advocate for an end to racial violence after the murder of George Floyd at a Black Lives Matter protest in Los AngelesFor an iPhone snap with one of his supporters,Reedus shot araised fist.

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'I want justice for him': Mother of George Floyd's daughter speaks out

Roxie Washington, the mother of George Floyd's six-year-old daughter, gave an emotional plea for justice Tuesday night following his death.

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Broncos stop football to talk about race relations, Floyd

Instead of X's and O's, the Denver Broncos spent Tuesday talking about racial injustice, police brutality and healing a nation rocked by demonstrations over George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis on top of the coronavirus outbreak and its economic devastation.

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Darren Criss Wife Mia Swier Demand Justice For ‘Black Trans Lives’ As They Protest In LA — Pics

Amid all the signs at the protest against George Floyd’s death in Hollywood on June 2, one especially stood out: “Black Trans Lives Matter.” This was the sign that Hollywood star Darren Criss, 33, and his wife Mia Swier (who’s also a director and producer) held while marching alongside the many other people in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. To show his solidarity, Darren raised his air in a fist, which has become the universal symbol to fight police brutality.

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‘Beautiful moment’: Protesters cheer for NJ police officers kneeling during Black Lives Matter rally

The death of the unarmed black man in Minneapolis has sparked outrage across the world.

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Cara Santana protests with her friends in LA amid unrest following killing of George Floyd

Cara Santana's activism continues.The 35-year-old actress raised her arm in support of Black Lives Matter as she was involved in a demonstration in Los Angeles amid the nationwide unrest after Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin killed a black man named George Floyd last week when he kneeled on the back of Floyd's neck while he was handcuffed, rendering him unable to breathe.The Real Bros of Simi Valley star donned a white tank top and denim shorts with white sneakers and wore her hair up on the sunny day in the City of Angeles.

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NYC Stores, Including Macy's Flagship, Plundered Despite Curfew

Broken glass and burned piles of debris littered parts of New York City's early Tuesday after its first curfew in decades failed to prevent destruction as groups of people smashed their way into shops, including Macy's flagship Manhattan store. Police said more than 200 people were arrested and several officers were injured during the chaos Monday night and early Tuesday.

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Thousands remain protesting in NYC streets, defying curfew

NEW YORK – Thousands of demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd remained on New York City streets on Tuesday after an 8 p.m. curfew put in place by officials struggling to stanch destruction and growing complaints that the nation’s biggest city was reeling out of control night by night.

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Florida Department of Highway Safety fires employees for ‘racist’ remarks toward protesters

Two employees from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles have been fired for their remarks toward protesters, according to the department.

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Central Floridians take part in #BlackOutTuesday as George Floyd protests continue

ORLANDO, Fla. – Thousands of people all over the country, including in Central Florida, are taking part in what’s called #BlackOutTuesday.

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Trump to send military to ‘dominate the streets’ as George Floyd protests continue

Hours after a carefully orchestrated declaration by U.S. President Donald Trump to send out the military and “dominate the streets,” American cities were engulfed in more violence and destruction that overshadowed peaceful protests demanding justice after generations of racism.

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Trump offers 'domination' of DC protests as model for states

The law gives the president to deploy the U.S. military across the country, but only under certain circumstances.

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GOP senators offer rare rebuke of Trump on church visit

President Donald Trump makes a brief address Monday from the Rose Garden after the death of George Floyd last week in Minneapolis police custody has resulted in days of protests, some of them violent, in multiple American cities.

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George Floyd Will Be Laid to Rest Next Week Following Memorial Services in 3 States

George Floyd will soon be memorialized across the nation. Floyd — whose death at the hands of police officers sparked protests and demonstrations across the nation over the past week — will be laid to rest following the services.

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Black-Owned Businesses in Fashion and Beauty to Support Now and Forever

Following the death of George Floyd, a victim of police brutality, nationwide protests have brought the systemic issue to the forefront, increasing visibility on the news and social media. All across the country, people are seeking out how to support black communities.

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Kennedy Center to go dark for 9 days to honor the last minutes of George Floyd's life

Kennedy Center Performing Arts with reflection on Potomac River, Washington D.C. (Photo by: Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)

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As donations surge, nonprofits bail out George Floyd protesters across America

The death of the unarmed black man in Minneapolis has sparked outrage across the world.

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Thousands gather in downtown Orlando in response to George Floyd’s death

ORLANDO, Fla. – More than 2,000 people joined a large demonstration Tuesday in Orlando calling for change after the death of a black man killed by a Minneapolis police officer.

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Officers will join protesters in demonstration in DeLand

DELAND, Fla. – BerryVille Bowlicious not only shows support in the shirts the employees wear but on their storefront window located on Woodland Boulevard in DeLand.

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These counties are under curfew as protests continue throughout Central Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. – The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked outrage across the country, including through protests in Central Florida.

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Here’s how Central Florida law enforcement agencies use neck restraints

Protesters all over the U.S. and around the world are demanding justice and police accountability after a video surfaced of a Minneapolis police officer kneeling on George Floyd’s neck until he went unconscious.

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James Corden in tears during emotive speech about George Floyd's death

James Corden shared an emotional message calling on people to speak up on the Late Late Show in response to George Floyd's death.

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OBIE Awards postponed as reaction to George Floyd protests

The American Theatre Wing and The Village Voice have postponed the 2020 OBIE Awards.The annual showcase for achievements on Off Broadway and Off Off Broadway were set to be broadcast as a virtual event on June 4, but have been pushed back to an as-yet undetermined date in light of the protests raging around the United States.'It is not a time for celebration or diversion,” said Heather Hitchens, president and CEO of the American Theatre Wing in a statement.

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Tensions mar Paris protest as Floyd outrage goes global

The death of the unarmed black man in Minneapolis has sparked outrage across the world.

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'We don't need anger': Woman pleads for peace in Philadelphia amid protests

One woman at Tuesday’s demonstration verbally chastised others for antagonizing Philadelphia police.

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9 U.S. states proceeded with voting despite coronavirus, George Floyd protests

Voters across America navigated curfews and health concerns Tuesday in a slate of primary elections amid duelling national crises as Joe Biden looked to move closer to formally clinching the Democratic presidential nomination.

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Adele, George Clooney, & Lorde Call For Action Following George Floyd’s Death: ‘It’s Sickening’

Celebs continue to speak out about the civil unrest in response to George Floyd’s tragic death — and one celeb made sure to simultaneously call out other stars’ hollow “performance activism” on social media!

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Florida sheriff says he’s encouraging gun-toting residents to shoot looters who break into homes

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A Florida sheriff took to Facebook to let everyone out there know that although he supports peaceful protests, he won’t tolerate riots and is “highly recommending” residents shoot any looter who tries to break into their homes.

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Former tennis star still shaken by encounter with cop in '15

Nearly five years later, former tennis star James Blake says he never suspected the large man running toward him was a plainclothes New York City policeman.

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Police across U.S. condemn George Floyd’s death in custody, giving critics pause

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