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Why The Killing of George Floyd Sparked an American Uprising

Americans have protested in scores of cities across the country as veteran activists and newfound allies alike rally to the cause of racial justice.

tou thao - Time
3:49am PDT - June 4th, 2020

George Floyd live updates: Memorial in Minneapolis on Thursday; Barack Obama pushes police reform; Mattis blasts Trump

George Floyd memorial service to be held in Minneapolis Thursday. Obama pushes police reform. Richmond statues to be removed. Latest on Floyd's death.

tou thao - USA Today
3:13am PDT - June 4th, 2020

George Floyd protest updates: Famous monument of Robert E. Lee to be removed

The death of George Floyd, a black man who died on Memorial Day after he was pinned down by a white Minnesota police officer, has sparked outrage and protests in the U.S.

tou thao - ABC News
2:03am PDT - June 4th, 2020

'All four!': Floyd protesters cautiously welcome new charges

Minneapolis protesters say they're disappointed charges against four officers weren't stronger, but they remain hopeful.

tou thao - Al Jazeera English
7:11pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

Floyd death: Three more officers charged; Chauvin charge upgraded

Derek Chauvin, who knelt on Floyd's neck, faces second-degree murder charge, other 3 face aiding and abetting charges.

tou thao - Al Jazeera English
3:17pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

George Floyd death | Four Minneapolis police officers face charges

Derek Chauvin charged with second-degree murder in addition to the third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter charges; three other sacked officers will be charged as aiding and abetting in the death of an unarmed black man

tou thao - The Hindu
1:56pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

Former Minneapolis officer Derek Chauvin charged with second-degree murder in George Floyd death

State Attorney General Keith Ellison also announced that 3 other former officers had been charged with aiding and abetting murder.

tou thao - Politico
1:31pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

After Global Outcry, 3 Ex-Minneapolis Police Officers Are Charged With Aiding and Abetting George Floyd’s Murder

After more than a week of protests, Minnesota has charged the three ex-officers present at the time of Floyd's death and upgraded the Derek Chauvin's most serious charge to second-degree murder

tou thao - Time
1:06pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

Minnesota attorney general charges three more former officers in George Floyd case

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on Wednesday elevated charges against the officer seen kneeling on George Floyd's neck to second-degree murder, and also charged the three other officers who were present with aiding and abetting murder, according to c…

tou thao - Axios
12:33pm PDT - June 3rd, 2020

All 4 Officers Who Arrested George Floyd Are Getting Charged

And Derek Chauvin is set to be charged with second-degree murder.

tou thao - Vice News
11:38am PDT - June 3rd, 2020

Decision coming soon on charges for other officers in George Floyd's death

The Minnesota Attorney General's office has finished its initial review of evidence in the investigation of four former Minneapolis Police officers involved in the killing of George Floyd and has rendered a decision regarding additional charges, two law enfor…

tou thao - CNN
8:37am PDT - June 3rd, 2020

An 'eerie' parallel of two knees: Floyd's death renews debate on Kaepernick protest

The death last week of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement has brought Colin Kaepernick back into the debate over the killing of unarmed black men and women.

tou thao - ABC News
6:27am PDT - June 3rd, 2020

What we know about the former officer charged for George Floyd's death

Chauvin had worked for the department for over 18 years at the time of his firing -- and throughout that time, he'd received at least 18 complaints. Here's what we know about the ex-police officer.

tou thao - CNN
8:24am PDT - June 1st, 2020

George Floyd protesters: 'We don't need a curfew, we need change'

Minneapolis protesters, undeterred by curfew and National Guard, demand all cops involved in Floyd's death be charged.

tou thao - Al Jazeera English
1:10am PDT - May 31st, 2020

New Video of George Floyd’s Arrest Shows 3 Officers Holding Him Down

In the clip, Floyd cries out for help. “I can’t breathe, man,” he tells the cops. “Please. Please let me stand.”

tou thao - Vice News
6:46am PDT - May 29th, 2020

New Video Shows 3 Cops Kneeling on George Floyd as He Lay Dying

“I can’t breathe, man,” Floyd cries out to the cops in the video. “Please. Please let me stand.”

tou thao - Vice News
6:46am PDT - May 29th, 2020

Officer who pressed knee on George Floyd's neck had nearly 20 complaints against him, two letters of reprimand - The Globe and Mail

  1. Officer who pressed knee on George Floyd's neck had nearly 20 complaints against him, two letters of reprimand  The Globe and Mail
  2. Protesters set Minneapolis police station on fire after man dies in custody  CTV News
  3. Man shot dead …

    tou thao - The Globe And Mail
    8:30pm PDT - May 28th, 2020

Colin Kaepernick on George Floyd Protests: 'We Have the Right to Fight Back'

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick posted a tweet Thursday advocating for a "revolt" after four Minnesota police officers were fired for their involvement in the death of George Floyd...

tou thao - Bleacher Report
11:38am PDT - May 28th, 2020

U.S. Justice Department says probe in death of George Floyd in Minneapolis 'a top priority'

The U.S. Department of Justice said Thursday it had made an investigation into police involvement in the death of George Floyd a "top priority," after a second day of violent protests in Minneapolis over the unarmed black man's death.

tou thao - CBC News
10:26am PDT - May 28th, 2020

The Cops Involved in George Floyd's Fatal Arrest Had Previous Violent Incidents on the Force

Derek Chauvin, who kneeled on Floyd's neck for minutes, had been involved in at least two police shootings during his tenure.

tou thao - Vice News
9:36am PDT - May 27th, 2020

Alexander Kueng, and Tou Thao—were also criminally convicted by a jury in federal court of violating George Floyd"s civil rights by not giving him medical aid and failing to intervene to stop Chauvin

Magdalena Lion (@MagdalenaL83598)
5:24pm PDT - July 15th, 2023

RT @Phil_Lewis_: MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minneapolis ex-officer Tou Thao, who held back bystanders in George Floyd killing, convicted of aiding…

R (@robbjimmi)
5:39pm PDT - July 2nd, 2023
This is a reminder that four innocent men are in prison for the #georgefloyd lie. 

Derek Chauvin
Tou Thao
J. Alexander Kueng
Thomas Lane

Had nothing to do with Floyd’s death in #Minneapolis from a #fentanyl overdose because he hid pills in his mouth.

https://t.co/nF1CAXx7T9 https://t.co/gNUqnsLTpC

This is a reminder that four innocent men are in prison for the #georgefloyd lie. Derek Chauvin Tou Thao J. Alexander Kueng Thomas Lane Had nothing to do with Floyd’s death in #Minneapolis from a #fentanyl overdose because he hid pills in his mouth. https://t.co/nF1CAXx7T9 https://t.co/gNUqnsLTpC

Cigs And Wigs (@cigs_and_wigs)
2:31pm PDT - June 10th, 2023

This is an interesting read for: @TuckerCarlson @JackPosobiec @gregkellyusa @marklevinshow The prosecution's case was TERRIBLE in The Derek Chauvin Trial; yet, THIS TRIAL set the course for Thomas Lane, J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao—all doing their job—to be in prison. https://t.co/krXeo99tR9

mr. pov (@mrpovNA)
6:52pm PDT - June 3rd, 2023

Please stop harassing the Tou Thao family. They were not involved in the incident and should not be troubled.

S Z➡️ (@SZ8385117272960)
11:36pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

I am sure if you are from the Twin Cities you have dealt with lots of Hmong people. Tou Thao is a common name in that culture. Yes, I know that an officer involved in the George Floyd murder was named Tou Thao. That does not mean go online and harass people with that name.

S Z➡️ (@SZ8385117272960)
11:33pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

Re-burn the 3rd precinct (@YWMSwNFdrOLpuVb)
12:46pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:43pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Former Minneapolis Police officers Derek Chauvin, Thomas Lane, & Alexander Kueng directly contributed to George Floyd’s killi…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:40pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: On May 1, 2023, Judge Cahill filed a 177-page verdict finding Tou Thao guilty of aiding & abetting second-degree murder with…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:39pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: In October 2022, Tou Thao waived his right to a jury trial, instead leaving it to a judge to decide his guilt based on stipul…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:39pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: On June 3, 2020, Tou Thao was charged with one count of unintentional aiding and abetting second-degree murder while committi…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:39pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Tou Thao had previously been federally sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for violating George Floyd’s constitutional rights. T…

Pegravnkeeper (@divincimotors)
12:37pm PDT - May 30th, 2023

Minnesota Judge Finds Tou Thao Guilty of Aiding and Abetting the Killing of #GeorgeFloyd https://t.co/x5NPqeSZox via @democracynow

@JoannaMMeyer (@JoannaMMeyer)
11:44am PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

MAC TONIGHT SIMP BOI (@toriyoujo)
7:07am PDT - May 30th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: NEW: Almost a full 3 years after Minneapolis Police killed George Floyd, the final court case of the 4 officers involved is n…

Susan Zegarsky (@OuiSuzette)
3:45am PDT - May 30th, 2023

This part though, 3 years later Tou Thao still awaits sentencing. Seriously how tough a decision is it Judge Cahill? There is no reasonable explanation for delay. Tou Thao was the belligerent face of obstruction. Remember his quote “ This is what happens when you do drugs kids” https://t.co/rBlUAi7wBl

bravenew1 (@bravenew1)
6:24pm PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

Anonymous (@YourAnonRiots)
9:32am PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

Abolition of The World (@saintbt7)
8:25am PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

AngryNMPreacher (@AngryNMTeacher)
8:24am PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

nobody from nowhere (@OLAASM)
8:24am PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

Old Woman Seeking Justice (@GrownRoom)
8:24am PDT - May 29th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Former Minneapolis Police officers Derek Chauvin, Thomas Lane, & Alexander Kueng directly contributed to George Floyd’s killi…

Bronwyn (@BronwynsPlace)
9:49pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: NEW: Almost a full 3 years after Minneapolis Police killed George Floyd, the final court case of the 4 officers involved is n…

Bronwyn (@BronwynsPlace)
9:47pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

nonazisformethanks (@No_Nazis_Please)
9:44pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

nameless one who exists (@deadshiftworker)
8:37pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

DharmaVirodhi Aditya (@almostinfamous)
8:37pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

(@sirjamesa12)
8:34pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

RT @UR_Ninja: Three years later, 3 former Minneapolis Police officers who participated in the killing of #GeorgeFloyd have been convicted i…

DecolonizeThisPlace (@decolonize_this)
8:32pm PDT - May 28th, 2023

I wondered what happened to the 3 police officers (Tou Thao, Thomas Lane, & J. Alexander Kueng) who were there when #GeorgeFloyd was murdered by #DerekChauvin May 25, 2020. All federal and state cases are now complete. https://t.co/UGqO1Ww48k

ilovemylife5 (@ilovemylife5)
4:08pm PDT - May 27th, 2023
RT @Aliathewhite: Derek Chauvin, J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao are political prisoners. https://t.co/VrN9A2ZfpB

RT @Aliathewhite: Derek Chauvin, J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane and Tou Thao are political prisoners. https://t.co/VrN9A2ZfpB

SubHuman (@MisterMatthew7)
9:38am PDT - May 27th, 2023

RT @TheBWSTimes: Tou Thao was convicted of aiding and abetting manslaughter by a judge Monday for the murder of George Floyd. https://t.c…

Tiuanna (@Tiuanna)
6:55pm PDT - May 26th, 2023