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Tensions rise following the shooting death of an observer by an immigration officer, in north Minneapolis
Daily News Lesson January 16 2026

What to know about the Insurrection Act

Learn about the Insurrection Act, including how and why presidents have used it in the past
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Daily News Lesson January 08 2026

Ex-ICE chief calls DHS rush to judgment after Minneapolis shooting ‘irresponsible’

The ICE shooting of a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis ignites protests in a city targeted by the Trump administration's immigration crackdown
People take part in a vigil following the fatal police shooting of 20-year-old Black man Daunte Wright in Minnesota , in Washington
Daily News Lesson April 13 2021

Police killing of Daunte Wright sparks protest
Hear from experts on ways to address police shootings such as the killing of Daunte Wright.
House Judiciary Committee Hearing on Policing Practices and Law Enforcement Accountability
Daily Video June 11 2020

Philonise Floyd testifies before Congress day after brother's funeral
Reflect on the changes in American society since the killing of George Floyd and discuss the changes that may still be yet to come.
Protests after the death of George Floyd, in Washington
Daily Video June 09 2020

What does it mean to “defund the police”?
In this NewsHour lesson plan, learn about the current debate over defunding the police.
Terrence Floyd visits site where his late brother George was taken into police custody in Minneapolis
Daily Video June 03 2020

Minneapolis residents explain experiences with overt and systemic racism
In this NewsHour lesson, learn about the history of race relations in Minnesota and how it echoes throughout the country.
Protesters Gather In St. Louis Rallying Against Killing Of George Floyd In Minneapolis
Daily Video May 29 2020

Death of George Floyd sets off massive protests
In this NewsHour lesson plan, discuss the protests surrounding the killing of Minneapolis resident George Floyd.
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