WASHINGTON — Multiple arrests occurred as hundreds of activists marched throughout Washington, D.C. for George Floyd and his supporters May 29.
When they arrived at Lafayette Square, a public park directly across the street from the White House and a common protest spot, at least one activist was hurt and arrested.
At least one additional arrest occurred as activists tore down barricades dividing the White House and Lafayette Square.
George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, was allegedly killed by Derek Chauvin, a white police officer, in Minneapolis May 25.
Protesters set fire to American flags outside the White House on May 29, 2020 in a solidarity rally for activists in Minneapolis who are rioting after the death of black man George Floyd in police custody.
