US federal agents reverted to using tear gas in an attempt to disperse a large crowd of protesters outside federal court in the city of Portland, Oregon, after several fireworks were fired at the building during a Black Lives Matter rally. Thousands of people gathered Friday night on the streets …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider a contribution. Donald Trump was reportedly furious at Defense Secretary Mark Esper’s decision to ban the Confederate flag from flying on U.S. military bases, according to anonymous sources claiming to be …
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The Boston Red Sox unveiled their display of a 250-foot Black Lives Matter billboard adjacent to Fenway Park on Wednesday, marking the 61st anniversary of Elijah “Pumpsie” Green’s first game as the team’s first black player. The billboard across from the Massachusetts Turnpike behind the iconic stadium comes as major …
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President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to send federal law enforcement officials to cities like New York and Chicago after his deployment of such forces in Portland, Oregon, over the weekend to crack down on protesters. “New York and Chicago and Philadelphia, Detroit and Baltimore and all of this, Oakland …
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