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June 17, 2020

Richmond Police Chief Ousted Days After Forces Tear-Gassed Protesters
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In Richmond, Virginia, the mayor has ousted the city's police chief
after Richmond officers fired tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters
on Sunday and Monday night. Richmond officers had also tear-gassed
protesters earlier this month as they peacefully gathered at a statue of
Confederate General Robert E. Lee. According to The New York Times, at
least 97 law enforcement agencies have used some form of tear gas
against civilians protesting in recent weeks.


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