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Conservative commentator Candace Owens’ GoFundMe for an Alabama bar that was embroiled in controversy over comments made by the owner about George Floyd was suspended for violating GoFundMe’s Terms of Service. Michael Dykes, co-owner of Parkside Cafe, referred to George Floyd as a “thug,” called protesters “idiots,” and suggested “implementing …

Across the nation, we are seeing unrelenting public protests and calls for action in response to the recent murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor at the hands of the police. The continued abuse of power, blatant disregard for black lives, and refusal to hold officers accountable by law has …

Leta Austin Foster, an 80-year-old businesswoman and longtime resident of Palm Beach, has received an abundance of support after protesting the killing of George Floyd at Town Hall on Tuesday (June 2). That day, police sent out an email alert to residents urging them to stay clear of the Town …

At this point, we shouldn’t be surprised at anything Donald Trump says. But during a Friday bill signing ceremony touting the latest jobs report, he took it too far. According to CNN, not only did Trump gloat about the economy, take credit for the lower unemployment numbers, but he mentioned …

On May 25, George Floyd was murdered by Minnesota Officer, Derek Chauvin and 3 other officers who not only stood by, but assisted in killing him as well. As days go on, more information is being released on the cops who were involved with Floyd’s murder, and as it turns …

In a recent interview,  head coach of the Denver Broncos, Vic Fangio, said that he doesn’t think the NFL experiences racism. According to Jeff Legwold of ESPN, Fangio believes racism in the league, is limited. The same league that won’t give Colin Kaepernick a job. “I think our problems in …

A photo of a Long Beach officer standing over blood with his baton has sparked an internal investigation. Officer Jacob Delgado, 26, of the Long Beach Police Department in California, posted a series of photos that showed “disturbing” images of what took place at protests on Sunday. The officer, who …

The last few days have been tough for For Kathleen Edwards, as she continues her fight to see the last moments of her husband’s life at the Brevard County Jail Complex, two years after his death. The recent video of George Floyd’s death while in police custody triggers emotional feelings …

DonaldTrump shared a letter on Twitter that refers to peaceful protestors as “terrorists.” Aside from white supremacists, Trump is the biggest terrorist to have impacted the United States of America, a country that was built on the terrorism that is racism. But, in a new shared letter, Trump’s former lawyer …

Internal affairs have reviewed a Fort Lauderdale patrol officer, who was caught on camera pushing a seated woman to the ground during a peaceful protest for George Floyd, for using force 79 times in his three and a half years with the department, Miami Herald reports. The officer, Steven Pohorence, …

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says all protesters should get tested for COVID-19. State health officials made a similar request three days prior to Walz’s suggestion, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. “Anyone who demonstrated should receive a test for COVID-19,” Walz tweeted. “If you think you’ve been exposed, get a …

Over a week ago, 46-year-old George Floyd, was murdered at the hands of police. Since his death made nationals headlines throughout the US, protests have taken place throughout all 50 states in order to fight for justice and make sure his killer(s) pay for what they did. However,  Donald Trump …

The View co-host Meghan McCain is responding after being called out by her neighbor for lying about the #BlackLivesMatter protests. On Tuesday, McCain, tweeted about the protests that ensued after the murder of #GeorgeFloyd. “My neighborhood in Manhattan is eviscerated and looks like a war zone. DeBlasio and Cuomo are …

Kanye West has made a huge donation to support the families of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. According to CNN, $2 million donation is reportedly for the funding of legal fees for Arbery and Taylor’s families, along with giving support to black-owned businesses that are struggling in his …

According to CBS News New York, the NYPD stated that an officer was stabbed in the neck while two others were shot in Brooklyn on Wednesday night. All three are expected to have a full recovery. The suspect is currently in critical condition. Police say that two officers were put …

Three demonstrators have been arrested and charged for lighting police cars on fire with Molotov cocktails. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning after police say the three individuals tracked officers to their homes. Ebuka Chike-Morah, Alvin Joseph, and Lakaila Mack now all face multiple charges. Officials were called sometime between …

Police officers in Asheville, NC were caught stomping on water bottles and destroying medical supplies at a station that was set up to help aid the demonstrators protesting the death of George Floyd. The reported video shows Asheville police officers in riot gear and holding shields forming a protective circle …

The death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of four police officers, led to nationwide protests against police brutality and systemic racism. Among the cities that protested was Minnesota’s very own Minneapolis, where Floyd was stripped of his last breath. Amid the demonstrations, both …

Former Secretary of Defense James Mattis has broken his silence on what he thinks about the Celebrity in Chief. “Donald Trump is the first president in my lifetime who does not try to unite the American people—does not even pretend to try. Instead, he tries to divide us,” he said …

The three remaining former Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd have been charged, and charges for Derek Chauvin have been upgraded. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced on Wednesday that the three former Minneapolis police officers would be charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder, according …