Minnesota governor activates National Guard to respond to protests over George Floyd's death

Source: The Hill | May 28, 2020 | Justine Coleman

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) activated the Minnesota National Guard on Thursday in response to violent protests that erupted in Minneapolis this week over the death of George Floyd.

Walz signed an executive order calling up National Guard troops “to help protect Minnesotans’ safety and maintain peace in the wake of George Floyd’s death.”

The governor said in his announcement that local leaders had requested resources after demonstrations in Minneapolis turned violent and private property was damaged and stores looted.

“While many Minnesotans are taking extensive safety precautions while exercising their right to protest, the demonstration last night became incredibly unsafe for all involved,” he said.

“The purpose of the National Guard is to protect people, to protect people safely demonstrating, and to protect small business owners.”

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The Associated Press reported that a third consecutive night of protests over Floyd’s death was expected Thursday near county offices, prompting stores to close early and the city to stop its light-rail and bus transportation systems.

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