George Floyd, National Mall

George Floyd Square pedestrian mall idea vetoed
Nearly five years since the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis leaders are still considering what to do with the area surrounding where it occurred. Most recently, Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed a proposal that would create a pedestrian mall,
Nearly five years later, future of George Floyd Square still unclear
City Council members belonging to the Climate & Infrastructure Committee will meet on Thursday to vote on how to move forward.
No, a George Floyd statue wasn't removed from the National Mall | Fact check
The National Mall never displayed a statue of Floyd. The claim originated on a satirical news website. Floyd was killed in May 2020 when then-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneeled on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes. The incident was caught on camera and sparked worldwide protests.
Frey vetoes council plan to study pedestrian mall at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday vetoed a City Council plan to create a pedestrian mall at the south Minneapolis intersection where George Floyd died under former police officer Derek Chauvin’s knee nearly five years ago.
Frey vetoes Minneapolis City Council's plans for George Floyd Square
Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey on Wednesday vetoed the Minneapolis City Council’s plans to transform George Floyd Square at 38th and Chicago into a pedestrian mall. Frey’s urging the council to reconsider a flexible-open option proposed last year.
Mayor vetoes Minneapolis City Council's decision to delay development of George Floyd Square
Ward 9 City Council Member Jason Chavez fired back on social media, arguing the mayor has never reckoned with the trauma that the community has faced.
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Fact Check: No George Floyd statue ever erected at National Mall, contrary to claims
There has never been a statue of George Floyd at the National Mall in Washington, contrary to a false claim online that a ...
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Mother of slain Palmetto man commemorates son, others who have died in police custody
A year after her son's tasing death by Palmetto Police, Tracy Washington has used the loss of her son to uplift other mother's in her same shoes.