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Adam Elrashidy reports from Washington DC on June 11th, covering the reopening of Lafayette Square, where protests have occurred following George Floyd's death. Fencing was installed after protesters were cleared for a Trump photo op. In Richmond, VA, protesters removed Confederate statues, sparking debate over their historical significance. President Trump plans a campaign rally on June 19th in Tulsa, a date and location significant for racial history. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming news shows.

What was the reason for installing fencing around Lafayette Square?

• To protect the park from vandalism

• To prepare for a public concert

• To clear protesters for a presidential photo op

• To conduct maintenance work

What action did protesters in Richmond, VA take regarding Confederate statues?

• They cleaned and restored them

• They ignored them

• They toppled them

• They decorated them with flowers

What is the main argument of those who want to keep Confederate statues?

• They think the statues are valuable

• They believe the statues are beautiful

• They want to use the statues for educational purposes

• They argue the statues are important for historical context

What is the significance of June 19th, also known as Juneteenth?

• It celebrates the end of slavery in the US

• It commemorates the start of the Civil War

• It marks the signing of the Declaration of Independence

• It is the day the US Constitution was ratified

Why is Tulsa, OK, a notable location for President Trump's rally?

• It is known for its large stadiums

• It was the site of a significant racial violence incident in 1921

• It is the birthplace of President Trump

• It is the capital of Oklahoma