“Why are we so slow to learn?” AT&T CEO Randall Stephenson says. “This is about justice. This is about doing justice.”
and tweeting throughout the morning calling for order. Meanwhile, businesses and brands are trying to strike a balance between empathy and performance in public statements about racism, while activists and black business leaders call for action and systemic change.
This is CNBC's live blog covering all the latest news on the demonstrations gripping the U.S. This blog will be updated throughout the day as the news breaks.7:30 p.m. ET — Tech CEOs have been vocal in their opposition to race violence, but almost none of them are black --Rocket Lawyer's Charley Moore and ShotSpotter's Ralph Clark are in the distinct minority, and both have a lot to say about the significance of the killing of George Floyd. Moore says he's been racially profiled his whole life, most recently when he was pulled over in Vermont while driving with his son. Clark says that as a black man in the business world, "you've got to work twice as hard and be twice as good to get half as far." —Minnesota National Guard soldiers patrol a street on May 29, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as protesters demand justice for George Floyd who died in police custody.said Tuesday it plans to test all of its nearly 7,000 deployed officers for the coronavirus after one tested positive and nine others developed symptoms. The state's National Guard is deployed in response to mass protests sparked by George Floyd's death, caused by a Minneapolis police officer who knelt on the unarmed black man's neck for nearly nine minutes. "Upon activation, all of our members were screened for health readiness, including for symptoms of COVID-19," Lt. Col. Dean Stulz said in a statement, adding that one service member tested positive for Covid-19 and has been placed in isolation. Nearly a dozen public health specialists who spoke with CNBC have expressed concern that the protests will lead to greater spread of Covid-19 as many unmasked officers and protesters clash. —President Donald Trump speaks to members of the media, as Mark Milley, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, right, listens during a briefing with senior military leaders in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Monday, Oct. 7, 2019.that the nation's highest-ranking military officer's role had not changed, despite President Donald Trump's comments a day prior saying he was putting the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff "in charge" of efforts to address protests." Although the military and the Department are involved, General Milley remains an advisor to the president, remains an advisor to the Secretary, his role has not changed," the Defense official said, speaking on the condition of anonymity., Trump described Milley as "a warrior" with "a lot of victories and no losses," according to audio obtained by NBC. He then added that he was putting the four-star general in charge. It was not immediately clear what Milley would be tasked with as it relates to the domestic unrest across the nation, sparked by the police killing of George Floyd. —President George W. Bush speaks at a conversation about Social Security in Louisville, Kentucky, March 10, 2005.about the turmoil that has followed the death of George Floyd. Bush, the 43rd president, lamented the enduring stain of racism on American society while condemning the looting and rioting that has accompanied the wave of protests over Floyd's death. "Many doubt the justice of our country, and with good reason. Black people see the repeated violation of their rights without an urgent and adequate response from American institutions," Bush said in a statement. But "we know that lasting justice will only come by peaceful means," Bush said. "Looting is not liberation, and destruction is not progress."Bush has largely avoided the spotlight since leaving office in 2009. Former President Barack Obama on Monday shared his own thoughts about the protests over Floyd's death. —5:30 p.m. ET — The Australian governmentinto the apparent assault of an Australian news crew covering protests near the White House.During a live broadcast, a Channel 7 correspondent and cameraman were hit with rubber bullets as U.S. law enforcement forcibly cleared their position within a protest. The pair are then seen running from the scene while another policeman swung at them with a baton. Before the on-camera reporter was struck, she was heard telling officers that she was a member of the media. Australia's ambassador in Washington, Arthur Sinodinos, said that his government was "in discussion with the State Department and they have offered assistance to identify where the complaint should be targeted." —5:16 p.m. ET — Citi Bike said it received short notice on Monday to shut down its service by 10:30 p.m. and for the duration of New York City's curfew. The bicycle-sharing company also said it is required to shut down for the new curfew, starting at 8 p.m., after being unable to reach an agreement with the mayor's office and the city's transportation department. In a tweet, Citi Bike said, "We disagree with this decision and believe it is important for the system to remain open and provide a reliable transportation option. We know how disruptive this is to everyone who relies on Citi Bike to get home — especially essential workers."Hundreds of arrests made in California following Monday's protests A protester is struck by a pepper bullet as police attempt to move a group from Vine Ave. as they march numerous blocks demonstrating against police brutality and the death of George Floyd.hundreds of arrests Monday as people disobeyed curfews implemented amidst widespread protests in the state, according to a report from the Associated Press. While many demonstrations remained peaceful and ended when curfews took effect, lingering crowds tossed fireworks and bottles, and police deployed rubber bullets and tear gas.The unrest was on a smaller scale compared to the violence seen in California over the weekend, which included the destruction of local businesses, multiple injuries and the torching of police cars.Demonstrators gather outside the White House as protests continue over the death in police custody of George Floyd, in Washington, U.S., June 2, 2020.4:33 p.m. ET — As Americans in cities nationwide have taken to the streets to protest, a new meta-analysis published inMonday found social distancing to be the most effective way to slow the spread of Covid-19. Thousands of demonstrators in cities across the country have gathered to protest police brutality after the death of George Floyd. But Dr. Holger Schünemann, a professor of medicine and clinical epidemiology at McMaster University in Canada who worked on the analysis,The analysis comes as public officials, including Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, have expressed concerns that the protests could prompt an increase in the spread of the virus. Schünemann recommended hand washing and the use of eye and face coverings to lower the risk of spread. The analysis, which reviewed 172 studies to gauge the success of prevention and control measures, found that staying at least 3 feet apart can reduce the likelihood of transmission from 12.8% to 2.6%, though the authors noted distances of 6 feet or more could further lessen the transmission rate.4:20 p.m. ET — "A lot of people are focused on the fact that the unrest is tied specifically to the spate of recent murders we've had and that's absolutely true," Scott Mills, president of the BET Network, told CNBC's "Closing Bell" Tuesday. "But the broader context of the unrest is that people are fundamentally saying we require change in this country. This disparate treatment of the black American community, this effect of lethal racism on this community, it has to change." BET is broadcasting a special Tuesday night featuring leaders and activists to discuss solutions to systemic issues in the country. New Jersey Senator Cory Booker, singer John Legend and activist Tamika Mallory are among those who will be part of the dialogue. The network has also announced that it is holding its first-ever presidential forum and has invited President Donald Trump and the presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden to participate.
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