It came after distressing footage emerged on Monday showing an unarmed Mr Floyd pleading that he can't breathe as a white police officer kneels on his neck, shortly before he died.

The clip, taken by a passerby, captures the 46-year-old begging the officer: "Don't kill me." Chaos broke out on the streets of Minneapolis after four police officers were fired as demonstrators demanded they be charged over Mr Floyd's death.

In the chilling clip, he is seen lying face down in the street, gasping for air and groaning, "I can't breathe," while a white officer knelt on his neck for several minutes.

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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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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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Melania Trump urges protesters to stay at home after 'awkward' photo-op with husband

Melania Trump has condemned the furious protests which have broken out across the US in the wake of the death of unarmed black man George Floyd at the hands of a white police officer.

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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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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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Ben Franklin Bridge reopened following closure due to protests in Philadelphia

SKYFOX flew over the scene Tuesday.

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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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Ben Franklin Bridge closed due to protests in Philadelphia

SKYFOX flew over the scene Tuesday.

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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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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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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

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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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DC police officer dragged to his feet by colleagues after kneeling with protesters

The incident occurred in Washington, D.C. on May 31 during the George Floyd protests. (Credit: Morgan Smith via Storyful)

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Daytona Beach police chief asks community to participate in peaceful protest, calls Minneapolis officer a ‘murderer’

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Daytona Beach community leaders have organized a demonstration dubbed the “I Can’t Breath Peaceful Protest” to take place Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

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Minnesota files complaint against police in Floyd's death

MINNEAPOLIS – The state of Minnesota filed a human rights complaint Tuesday against the Minneapolis Police Department in the death of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer who pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck for several minutes, even after he stopped moving.

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John Legend, Lizzo, Taraji P. Henson & More Call For Stop on Police Budget Increases

Taraji P. Henson, John Legend and Lizzo have added their names to a letter calling for the stop on increases to police budgets, following the death of George Floyd and increase in social unrest from this past weekend.

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Coronavirus: B.C. officials urge George Floyd protesters to monitor their health

B.C. health officials are warning anyone who attended Sunday’s protest in Vancouver in the wake of George Floyd’s death in the U.S. to monitor their health.

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Video shows Denver police chief marching arm-in-arm with protesters at George Floyd demonstration

Denver Police Chief Paul Pazen marched arm in arm with protesters on Monday.

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Rioters target police across US; 4 shot in St. Louis, 1 in Vegas, Bronx hit-and-run caught on video

In major U.S. cities, people took to the streets to protest the death of George Floyd.

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Commissioner on I-676 clash: ‘When we deploy tear gas it’s for a purpose’

Philadelphia's police commissioner further explained the use of force on Monday, adding that protests moving onto the freeway are 'no longer deemed peaceful.'

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'We won't tolerate': Sports world unites behind Floyd

Players who scored in the German and Hungarian soccer leagues removed their jerseys to display undershirts with the words: “Justice for George Floyd.”

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Black Lives Matter Resources: How You Can Help Support Protesters The Cause

In the wake of George Floyd‘s May 25 death by asphyxiation from the result of disgraced officer Derek Chauvin’s knee pressing into the unarmed Black man’s neck, millions across the country stood in peaceful solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. As protests have continued with added increase of police and law enforcement, the threat of Martial Law made by President Donald Trump, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, citizens are trying to find resources and ways to donate, educate, and be a part of the solution against systemic and overt racism. HollywoodLife has rounded up a number of resources available, where you can donate, gain knowledge, and support protesters.

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Barack Obama, Kandi Burruss Other Stars Urge People To Go Vote in State Primary Days Today

Amid the pandemic and protests, several states — Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Mexico, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C. – are holding primaries on June 2. Though everyone’s attention is on protesting the death of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, some celebs made sure to remind voters that they need to show up at the polling place as well as in the streets. “I have to remind y’all to VOTE today!” tweeted Kandi Burruss, listing off the states engaging in today’s primaries. “Please go vote! If I’m missing a state that also has a voting day today, please comment below.” Missy Elliott, Kevin Hart, and Fat Joe also posted images reminding their followers to vote.

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Chloe x Halle delay album release due to Black Lives Matter protests

Chloe x Halle are delaying the release of upcoming album Ungodly Hour amid the ongoing riots in the United States.

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Halsey condemns ‘abuse of power’ in the U.S. after assisting wounded protesters

Halsey has hit out at the U.S. government for its treatment of protesters after assisting those who sustained injuries during this weekend’s Black Lives Matter protests.

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In The Style slammed for George Floyd charity t-shirt as fans accuse brand of profiting

In The Style has faced backlash after fans accused the brand of profiting from the death of George Floyd.

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TikTok apologises to black creators who have ‘felt unsafe, unsupported, or suppressed’ as users support Black Lives Matter

TikTok has apologised to black creators who have ‘felt unsafe, unsupported, or suppressed’ as users support the Black Lives Matter movement following the death of George Floyd.

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Halsey urges fans to watch footage she took from frontline of protests where ‘innocent people were shot at and tear gassed’

Halsey is urging her fans to watch footage she had taken from the frontline of protests taking place in Los Angeles, following the death of George Floyd.

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James Corden and 'Late Late Show' Band Leader Reggie Watts Break Down in Tears While Discussing Racism

James Corden addressed the protests going on nationwide following the tragic death of 46-year-old Minnesota man George Floyd on Monday's, and was overcome with emotion during a conversation with his band leader, Reggie Watts.

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