The Take
America is at a low ebb, shaken by multiple blows, and Trump adds to the distress
The pandemic, the economic collapse, the killing of George Floyd and the cities aflame — all are battering the country with pain and destruction.
Police turn more aggressive to regain control of cities
Many protests have been peaceful, but some have apparently looted stores, set fire to police cars, and thrown bleach and even a molotov cocktail, according to departments.
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Days of fury
D.C. braces for more protests after clashes outside White House
D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser (D) said crews were out cleaning up debris and that law enforcement would be working to try to keep the city calm.
Desperate retailers to ask Fed, Treasury for emergency help amid economic turmoil
Even though stores were closed for much of March and April, huge amounts of shoes, shirts, suits and swimwear poured into the United States from global supply chains that continued churning despite the pandemic.
Trump is pushing churches to open. Black pastors in hard-hit St. Louis preach caution.
The disproportionate impact of coronavirus on African American communities has left faith leaders fearful of a resurgence.
Perspective
Researchers warn virus could cause debilitating long-term illness in some patients
The aftereffects of viral infections can be life-altering and are devastatingly common.
Guide to the pandemic
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