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What Top Conservatives Are Saying About George Floyd and Police Brutality

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By Michael M. Grynbaum, Annie Karni and Jeremy W. Peters from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/36KjnoC

Past Presidents Faced Police Brutality and Protests. They Handled It Differently.

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By Maggie Astor and Zach Montague from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3eBi12y

Russia Trying to Stoke U.S. Racial Tensions Before Election, Officials Say

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By Julian E. Barnes and Adam Goldman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Q08fNe

FOX NEWS: Rudy Giuliani says his heart is broken for New York City, slams 'nonexistent' Mayor Bill de Blasio

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Rudy Giuliani says his heart is broken for New York City, slams 'nonexistent' Mayor Bill de Blasio Unrest on the streets of New York City is the result of a total lack of leadership, former Mayor Rudy Giuliani tells Shannon Bream. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Famed DC monuments defaced after night of protests

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Famed DC monuments defaced after night of protests The affected monuments, which were photos of which were posted in a tweet by the National Mall National Park Service (NPS), included the Lincoln Memorial, the World War II Memorial and the statue of General Casimir Pulaski. It is not clear whether there were further monuments that were vandalized.  via FOX NEWS

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Riots break out in cities across US, including fires, violence near White House 05/31/20 7:57 PM

As Protests and Violence Spill Over, Trump Shrinks Back

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By Peter Baker and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Xktg9N

FOX NEWS: Trump's war on Twitter

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Trump's war on Twitter As 3 of his tweets get warning labels. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Son of Minnesota’s attorney general: 'I hereby declare, officially, my support for ANTIFA'

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Son of Minnesota’s attorney general: 'I hereby declare, officially, my support for ANTIFA' The son of Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison tweeted on Sunday that he is declaring his support for Antifa after President Trump said that his administration would be declaring it a "Terrorist Organization." via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Secret Service took Trump to underground White House bunker amid George Floyd protests, official says

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Secret Service took Trump to underground White House bunker amid George Floyd protests, official says The Secret Service took President Trump to the White House's underground bunker as protests over the in-custody death of George Floyd intensified Friday night outside the complex, a senior administration official confirmed to Fox News. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison will lead prosecution in George Floyd case, governor says

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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison will lead prosecution in George Floyd case, governor says Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Sunday evening that state Attorney General Keith Ellison will the prosecution against the former police officer charged in the killing of George Floyd, whose death last week has sparked nationwide protests against police brutality. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Joe Biden, wearing mask, visits protest site in Delaware

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Joe Biden, wearing mask, visits protest site in Delaware Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden on Sunday visited a location where protesters have been demonstrating against police brutality and racial inequality, according to a photo Biden posted on Instagram, as protests and riots rage across the U.S. following the death of George Floyd last week.  via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Buildings around White House board up, protect valuables amid possibility of more protest vandalism

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Buildings around White House board up, protect valuables amid possibility of more protest vandalism Businesses, a church and other establishments around the White House are boarding up their windows and securing their valuables amid fears that another night of protests and vandalism could erupt on Sunday. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: SpaceX and the House of Representatives shared something in common last week

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SpaceX and the House of Representatives shared something in common last week Both scrubbed their respective launches. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Trump on violent protesters: 'Where are the arrests and long term jail sentences?'

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Trump on violent protesters: 'Where are the arrests and long term jail sentences?' President Trump on Sunday afternoon expressed outrage over an apparent lack of law enforcement arrests of rioters who have brought violence upon several American cities following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis last week. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Barr: Violence from Antifa, other groups 'is domestic terrorism and will be treated accordingly'

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Barr: Violence from Antifa, other groups 'is domestic terrorism and will be treated accordingly' Attorney General William Barr said Sunday that the Department of Justice will treat violence by individuals associated with Antifa as domestic terrorism in a statement that condemned the far-left group and asserted that protests against police brutality and racial inequality following George Floyd's death have "been hijacked." via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Susan Rice makes claim Russians could be behind violent George Floyd demonstrations

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Susan Rice makes claim Russians could be behind violent George Floyd demonstrations Former Obama administration national security adviser Susan Rice bizarrely suggested in a televised interview Sunday that the Russians could be behind the violent nationwide demonstrations following the in-custody death of George Floyd, although she offered no evidence for the incendiary claim. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Big-city Dems who had imposed strict coronavirus lockdowns now let George Floyd rioters flout rules

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Big-city Dems who had imposed strict coronavirus lockdowns now let George Floyd rioters flout rules The coronavirus lockdown is seemingly down and out, as many Democrats in charge of big cities -- including several who once insisted on strict quarantine measures -- line up to champion the nationwide mass demonstrations over the in-custody death of George Floyd, sans social distancing. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Parents reveal the plans they're worried coronavirus will ruin for their kids this summer

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Parents reveal the plans they're worried coronavirus will ruin for their kids this summer It’s going to be a long summer for some families. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Roller coasters in Denmark limited to one family or party per train: report

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Roller coasters in Denmark limited to one family or party per train: report Roller coasters are about to get lonelier. via FOX NEWS

George Floyd Protests Live Updates: Demonstrations Resume as Mayors Call for ‘Peace, Not Patience’

By Unknown Author from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3gPOCDE

FOX NEWS: Health officials concerned George Floyd protests could spark new coronavirus cases

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Health officials concerned George Floyd protests could spark new coronavirus cases Fox News correspondent Claudia Cowan reports. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: How the press portrays rioters

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How the press portrays rioters Is the focus on anger or violence? via FOX NEWS

China and India Brawl at 14,000 Feet Along the Border

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By Jeffrey Gettleman and Steven Lee Myers from NYT World https://ift.tt/36MNVpK

In Days of Discord, a President Fans the Flames

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By Peter Baker from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2TUud6u

A Reporter’s Cry on Live TV: ‘I’m Getting Shot! I’m Getting Shot!’

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By Frances Robles from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2MdZzR9

FOX NEWS: California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency for Los Angeles County

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency for Los Angeles County Mayor Eric Garcetti says National Guard troops will be deployed overnight as violence continues in Los Angeles; reaction from Bernard Zapor, retired ATF special agent in charge. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Biden condemns riots over George Floyd death, calls for end to 'needless destruction'

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Biden condemns riots over George Floyd death, calls for end to 'needless destruction' Former Vice President Joe Biden called the protests in response to the death of George Floyd "utterly American," but condemned the "needless destruction" and violence across the nation.  via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Giuliani says George Floyd tragedy could have united the nation, blames riots on progressive political leaders

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Giuliani says George Floyd tragedy could have united the nation, blames riots on progressive political leaders Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani joins Harris Faulkner on 'America's News HQ.' via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Rep. Michael Waltz on National Guard's role in restoring the rule of law

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Rep. Michael Waltz on National Guard's role in restoring the rule of law Florida Rep. Michael Waltz, Republican member of the House Armed Services Committee, joins Harris Faulkner on 'America's News HQ.' via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: LA Mayor Garcetti calls for National Guard help: 'This is no longer a protest. This is destruction'

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LA Mayor Garcetti calls for National Guard help: 'This is no longer a protest. This is destruction' Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said the California National Guard is being deployed to Los Angeles overnight Saturday as the nation's second-largest city faces another night of rioting in response to the death of George Floyd. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: National Guard activated in nearly a dozen states amid unrest over George Floyd death

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National Guard activated in nearly a dozen states amid unrest over George Floyd death Governors in nearly a dozen states across the country activated the National Guard amid protests and riots that have broken out in response to George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis police custody earlier this week. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Rep. Kevin McCarthy says only peaceful protests honor George Floyd's memory

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Rep. Kevin McCarthy says only peaceful protests honor George Floyd's memory House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy joins Bill Hemmer on 'America's News HQ.' via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Rep. Tom Emmer says Minnesota's governor should have deployed the National Guard immediately

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Rep. Tom Emmer says Minnesota's governor should have deployed the National Guard immediately Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer, chairman of the National Republican Congressional Committee, joins Jon Scott on 'The Fox Report.' via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’

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St. Paul mayor walks back claim that all arrested in riot were from out of state: ‘I take full responsibility’ St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter on Saturday walked back a prior claim that all those arrested in city riots a day earlier were from out of state, reportedly saying he was given inaccurate police data. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Trump says he's postponing G7, wants to invite other countries

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Trump says he's postponing G7, wants to invite other countries President Trump on Saturday said he is postponing the G7 until at least September and that he hopes to invite additional countries to participate in the summit. via FOX NEWS

El virus de la derecha

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By Diego Fonseca from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/2ZRBB6r

Trump Postpones June G7 Summit

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By Unknown Author from NYT World https://ift.tt/3dgelD5

Twitter Had Been Drawing a Line for Months When Trump Crossed It

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By Kate Conger from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3dgvigp

Thousands Protest in N.Y.C., Reaching All 5 Boroughs and Trump Tower

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By Alan Feuer and Azi Paybarah from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3clnXuK

Why Derek Chauvin Was Charged With Third-Degree Murder

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By Sarah Mervosh and Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2zBC0iK

Living Abroad Is My Way of Prolonging My Black Son’s Life

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By Imani Bashir from NYT Parenting https://ift.tt/3exoJGF

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Los Angeles mayor calls for National Guard help 05/30/20 8:25 PM

Their Minneapolis Restaurant Burned, but They Back the Protest

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By Amelia Nierenberg from NYT Food https://ift.tt/2XH4jEm

FOX NEWS: Tensions rise with China over coronavirus, Hong Kong

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Tensions rise with China over coronavirus, Hong Kong Axios reporter David Lawler joins ‘America’s News HQ.’ via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Sen. Ted Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter for violating US sanctions on Iran

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Sen. Ted Cruz calls for criminal investigation into Twitter for violating US sanctions on Iran Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, is calling for a criminal investigation into Twitter for violating United States sanctions on Iran. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Dalai Lama blames George Floyd’s death on ‘discrimination, racism’ during compassion lecture

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Dalai Lama blames George Floyd’s death on ‘discrimination, racism’ during compassion lecture The Dalai Lama blamed racism and discrimination for the death of George Floyd while in police custody in Minnesota, which has sparked riots and demonstrations across the country.  via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Greece will reopen to tourists from 29 countries beginning June 15, will conduct random testing

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Greece will reopen to tourists from 29 countries beginning June 15, will conduct random testing Greece will begin lifting its coronavirus lockdown for business and travel ahead of the peak summer tourism season, officials announced Friday. via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: Ethiopian army gunned down man because his phone rang during meeting, Amnesty says

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Ethiopian army gunned down man because his phone rang during meeting, Amnesty says An Ethiopian soldier gunned down a 32-year-old businessman during a security crackdown last year because his phone went off during a public meeting, Amnesty International revealed Friday.  via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: North Korea nuclear fuel plant still operational despite US pressure to end program, report says

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North Korea nuclear fuel plant still operational despite US pressure to end program, report says North Korea is pushing forward with work at a nuclear fuel plant despite calls from the U.S. to wind its program down, a report says.  via FOX NEWS

FOX NEWS: New Zealand says it's down to just one coronavirus case

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New Zealand says it's down to just one coronavirus case New Zealand is down to its last coronavirus case.  via FOX NEWS

News Quiz: George Floyd, Twitter, Coronavirus

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By Compiled by Chris Stanford, Will Dudding and Anna Schaverien from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/3gyPJr1