George Floyd protest live updates: States of emergency declared in multiple locations

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George Floyd protest live updates: States of emergency declared in multiple locations
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Thousands of people have been taking to the streets around the world in protest over the death of George Floyd, with some demonstrations turning violent, leading to vandalism and damaged property.

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"No individuals crossed the White House Fence and no Secret Service protectees were ever in any danger," the Secret Service added.A demonstrator is injured as people protest the death of George Floyd, May 30, 2020, near the White House in Washington, D.C. "By authorizing additional federal agents to serve as Texas Peace Officers we will help protect people’s safety while ensuring that peaceful protesters can continue to make their voices heard," he said.

"The focus needs to be on supporting and uplifting his family," Turner said."And that's what I want to keep bringing this conversation to. George Floyd. It's not about these other individuals, who won't be a moment. It's about George Floyd, and justice for George Floyd."The protests over Floyd's death have also gone international, with crowds gathering at U.S. Embassies in Dublin, Berlin and London.

Shattered glass hangs from a window of a 7-Eleven store early, May 31, 2020, in Chicago, after a night of unrest and protests over the death of George Floyd, a black man who was in police custody in Minneapolis. "Following today's announcement, the City is working closely with the organizers of rallies and protests scheduled to take place within the area this afternoon to provide an alternative, optional route for marches to peacefully and safely return in Chicago," city officials said.

One officer remains in the hospital but all three are expected to make a full recovery, police said.The condition of the injured citizen was not clear. An LAPD vehicle begins to burn after being set alight by protestors during demonstrations following the death of George Floyd, May 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.

The Los Angeles Police Department earlier issued a mandatory curfew from 8 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. for the entire city. A police officer sprays protesters during a march against the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in Brooklyn, New York, May 30, 2020.NYPD police officers detain a protester as they clash during a march against the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in Brooklyn, New York, May 30, 2020.

Protesters hold their hands in the air during a protest in response to the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody, in Brooklyn New York, May 30, 2020.But police are also facing criticism after NYPD SUVs drove through a Brooklyn crowd where people were holding a metal barricade.Mayor Bill de Blasio is calling for an investigation which will be led by the city's corporation counsel and Department of Investigation commissioner.

A mourner cries as she visits a makeshift memorial for George Floyd on the corner of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, May 31, 2020, in Minneapolis.AR-15s were among the guns confiscated from protesters, officials said. Cars without any license plates or lights drove through communities, and when they were pulled over, drivers fled on foot, officials said.

About 40 minutes after Saturday's 8 p.m. curfew began, riot police seemed to appear from every direction, dozens coming off of city buses and deploying flashbangs and tear gas. Fire engulfs a small shop with no firefighters available to help, as violence continues following protests over the death of George Floyd, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 29, 2020.The curfew and freeway closings will be extended into Sunday night, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said.

Walz said rapper Jay-Z called him to discuss the protests and brought up his concern about hoping the prosecution will move forward fairly. Detectives have determined the gunshots came from behind the car. There is no suspect description at this time and the investigation is ongoing. "I acknowledge each of the voices crying out for justice and healing across the United States and in our Commonwealth. I affirm the deep concerns from the black community," he said."As Governor of Virginia, I call on all Virginians to join together and build a renewed commitment to working for justice and fair treatment."

The IMPD did not give any further details on the circumstances around the death of the individual involved in the shooting and said that they had"lost count" of the number of reported shots being fired across the city.A total of 28 people have been arrested by the Metro Nashville Police Department after the 10 p.m. curfew took effect.

A group of people also managed to break into the Metro courthouse and set fire to the outside and inside of the building before authorities were able to disperse the crowd using fireworks and a smoke bomb. Protesters could also be seen outside the front of the courthouse burning an American flag.Target said Saturday night it will be temporarily closing 175 stores due to ongoing protests.

Fireworks explodes over a protestor with his hands up during a protest against the death in Minneapolis police custody of African-American man George Floyd, in Ferguson, Missouri, May 30, 2020. 12:46 a.m.: Biden releases statement on protests, urges understanding but cautions against 'needless destruction'

The presumptive Democratic nominee also added that the protests going on tonight should not overshadow the cause they are trying to advance.

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