Americans marked five years since George Floyd died during a police arrest that sparked global protests. Families gathered at his Houston gravesite, where reverend Al Sharpton led memorial services. Minneapolis held church services and gospel concerts at George Floyd Square, where the murder happened. Thousands of people attended events across both cities to honor Floyd's memory. The anniversary brought together civil rights activists and community leaders.
Derek Chauvin killed Floyd in 2020 when the white officer knelt on his neck for over nine minutes. Video footage of the murder caused worldwide outrage and massive demonstrations against police violence. Chauvin received a 22-year prison sentence after courts found him guilty of murder. Other officers faced conviction for failing to stop the killing. The case became a symbol of systemic racism and police brutality.
President Trump reversed many police reform agreements that started after Floyd's death. His administration called previous justice department investigations flawed and said they hurt local police departments. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey promised his city would keep following reform agreements despite federal changes. Trump also ended diversity programs that came from Black Lives Matter protests. Survey data shows public support for the movement has dropped 15 percent since 2020.
Derek Chauvin killed Floyd in 2020 when the white officer knelt on his neck for over nine minutes. Video footage of the murder caused worldwide outrage and massive demonstrations against police violence. Chauvin received a 22-year prison sentence after courts found him guilty of murder. Other officers faced conviction for failing to stop the killing. The case became a symbol of systemic racism and police brutality.
President Trump reversed many police reform agreements that started after Floyd's death. His administration called previous justice department investigations flawed and said they hurt local police departments. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey promised his city would keep following reform agreements despite federal changes. Trump also ended diversity programs that came from Black Lives Matter protests. Survey data shows public support for the movement has dropped 15 percent since 2020.
