Protests are underway across the United States over George Floyd's death

Mandatory curfews are set in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles and more cities as the United States braces for a possible eighth night of unrest in response to the death of George Floyd. Protestors are marching in New York City ahead of the cities 8 p.m. curfew. The 8 p.m. curfew in New York City has been extended for the rest of the week. The New York City mayor says to protest in the daytime and then go home. The New York Police Department commissioner said, "We will get through this together." A source says Attorney General Barr ordered authorities to clear protesters to secure a wider perimeter around Lafayette Park in Washington, D.C. George Floyd's family and friends take part in Houston march.

Former United States Vice President Joe Biden says, "Our country is crying out for leadership," in response to Trump's actions to current events. Biden also said, "I won't traffic in fear and division, I won't fan the flames of hate."

A statement from Former President George W. Bush and Laura Bush are "anguished by the brutal suffocation" of George Floyd. Bush makes a full statement about Floyd's statement. Floyd's family and friends also hold conference to address rally. 

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