Justice for George Floyd & Daunte Wright

The murders of George Floyd and Daunte Wright by law enforcement is a tragedy that continues a long pattern of police violence against Black people in the Twin Cities. Healing will be long and difficult, and it must end with a total re-imagining of public safety in our communities.

Protesting for justice? Make sure you know your rights.

Statement on Trump Tweet Directing the National Guard to Murder Protesters in Minneapolis

NEW YORK – President Trump announced on Twitter early this morning his intention to send the National Guard to Minneapolis, Minn. in response to protests over the recent killing of George Floyd.

May 30, 2020

ACLU Responds to Minneapolis Police Killing Black Man, George Floyd

The American Civil Liberties Union and ACLU of Minnesota are jointly calling for a fair, independent and transparent investigation following the killing of George Floyd, a Black man, by Minneapolis police.

May 26, 2020