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State and Federal Leaders Appeal for Peace and Unity in the Wake of Minneapolis Riots

State and Federal Leaders Appeal for Peace and Unity in the Wake of Minneapolis Riots
Rioters gather in front of a fast food restaurant in Minneapolis, Minn. on May 29, 2020. John Minchillo/AP Photo
Masooma Haq
Masooma Haq
5/29/2020|Updated: 5/29/2020

In response to the riots in Minneapolis, many U.S. leaders have made a plea to citizens to honor the memory of George Floyd by coming together in peaceful protest instead of resorting to violence and destruction.

Both Democrats and Republicans have condemned the killing of Floyd and called for a full investigation into the circumstances of his death so justice can be “swift.”

Masooma Haq
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Masooma Haq began reporting for The Epoch Times from Pakistan in 2008. She currently covers a variety of topics including U.S. government, culture, and entertainment.
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