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CDC Advisers Recommend Resuming Use of J&J’s Coronavirus Vaccine Apr 24, 2021

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Sources: Rep. Gaetz probe of 2018 Bahamas trip focusing on potential effort to illegally influence him on medical marijuana. Seven deputies on administrative leave after fatal shooting of Andrew Brown Jr. as dispatch audio reveals he was shot in the back. Ohio police release more body cam video of teen’s shooting death. Biden pushing ahead with ambitious agenda ahead of speech to congress, 100 day milestone next week. Harris: I feel “responsibility” to be a voice for children of color. CNN gains access to front line of fierce battle that could mark a turning point in Yemen war.

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Growing Questions About Deadly Police Shootings of Two African Americans in Two Days Apr 23, 2021

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Family, civil rights leaders pay tribute to Daunte Wright, unarmed black man killed by police; tearful mom: “he should be burying me”. Columbus police release additional body cam video of black knife wielding teen fatally shot by police. North Carolina law enforcement facing growing pressure to release video of deadly shooting of black man during warrant serve. Recent police shootings reignite debate over race & use of force. Democrats push to make it easier to prosecute cops emerges as sticking point in policing bill talks. Biden sets ambitious goal to cut U.S. carbon emissions 50% by 2030 in dramatic shift from Trump administration. U.S. coronavirus death toll tops 570,000 with almost 32 million cases. Navalny’s doctors call on jailed Kremlin critic to end hunger strike after he was sent to civilian hospital.

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Justice Department Opens Probe of Minneapolis Police After Chauvin Found Guilty Apr 22, 2021

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Justice department opens probe of Minneapolis policing after ex-officer found guilty of all counts in Floyd murder; Derek Chauvin facing up to 40 years in prison for Floyd's murder; in isolated prison unit for safety before sentencing in 8 weeks; Columbus Police release more body camera video, 911 calls related to fatal police shooting of teen wielding a knife; White House: Biden needs congress to get police reform "Across the finish line"; Schumer says senate won't rest until legislation is passed;

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Verdict Handed Down in Derek Chauvin Murder Trial Apr 21, 2021

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Jurors reach verdict in murder trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin

Derek Chauvin guilty on all three charges in death of George Floyd

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Jury Deliberates in Derek Chauvin Murder Trial Apr 20, 2021

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Brooklyn Center mayor, Mike Elliot, joins Wolfe to talk about rising tensions amid the trial deliberations.

FedEx shooter legally purchased guns despite FBI concerns.

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Gunman Who Killed 8 at FedEx Site Identified as Former Employee Apr 17, 2021

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Sources: authorities were warned about gunman's potential for violence; FBI: "Premature to speculate" FedEx shooter's motives; President Joe Biden holds news conference with Japanese Prime Minister, addresses gun control agenda after latest mass shooting in U.S.

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Biden Hits Russia With Strict Sanctions, Expels Diplomats Over Cyberattack Apr 16, 2021

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President Joe Biden hits Russia with strict sanctions, expelling diplomats over cyberattack, election interference and "abuses" in Crimea. A senior official says that Biden is seeking a "stable and predictable" relationship with Russia. The United States has now formally blamed Russia for massive solarwinds cyberattack as Biden imposes strict new sanctions.

Biden's administration confirms that a Russian agent shared 2016 Trump polling data as a part of their election interference efforts.

Today was the first court appearance for the ex-officer charged in the killing of Daunte Wright as city braces fir 5th night of protests.

Daunte Wright's mother shares anguish and demands accountability. "Justice isn't even a word to me... we're still going to bury our son," Wright's mother said. Attorney for Wright family says that they want full accountability and equal justice, City braces for its fifth night of protests.

Daunte Wright's father says , "Can you blame my son and anyone else for being scared of the police?"

Derek Chauvin's trial moves to closing arguments on Monday. Both sides now are resting after Chauvin declined to testify, invoking his fifth amendment right. The prosecution's medical expert briefly returns to the stand and says that car exhaust did not kill George Floyd.

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Officer Who Shot Daunte Wright Arrested, Charged With 2nd Degree Manslaughter Apr 15, 2021

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Officer who shot Daunte Wright arrested, charged with 2nd degree manslaughter; 3100+ national guard troops activated in Twin Cities area this week; Wright family lawyer: "This was no accident This an intenional deliberate, and unlawful use of force; Curfew extended in Brooklyn City, MN as city braces for 4th night of unrest.

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Officer Who Fatally Shot Unarmed Man Resigned Along With Police Chief Apr 14, 2021

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Officer who fatally shot unarmed man resigned along with police chief; Use of force experts testifies Chauvin's actions in Floyd arrest were "justified as defense begins case; United States calls for pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccine over blood clotting concerning, CD advisory panel to hold emergency meeting tomorrow; Daunte Wright's grieving family demands justice; mom sys "Our hearts pulled out of our chests" National guard on alert in Minnesota area amid Chauvin murder trail, unrest over Daunte Wright's death;

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State Of Emergency, Curfew Ordered After Fatal Police Shooting Near Minneapolis Apr 13, 2021

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Police: Officer shouted "taser," but fired gun instead fatally shooting Daunte Wright during a routine traffic stop.

Not far from the site of the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, the prosecution wraps its case in the Chauvin murder trial.

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