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George Floyd death: US protests timeline

Getty Images Protesters clash with police during a rally against the death of Minneapolis, Minnesota man George Floyd at the hands of police on May 28, 2020 in Union Square in New York City.

George Floyd, 46, died after being arrested by police on 25 May in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Footage of the arrest shows a white police officer, Derek Chauvin, kneeling on Mr Floyd's neck while he was pinned to the ground.

Mr Floyd's death triggered a wave protests across the United States.

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More on George Floyd's death

VIEWPOINT: Tipping point for racially-divided nation
WATCH: 'This is why we are protesting'
TIMELINE: Recent black deaths at hands of police
CRIME AND JUSTICE: How are African-Americans treated?
HOW IT HAPPENED: The last moments of his life

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