Slogan that has gained popularity in recent rallies against racism is not necessarily about gutting cop budgets, though some lawmakers back disbanding departments

British PM condemns sporadic violence at Black Lives Matter demonstrations; government lawmakers express anger at toppling of slaver statue

Marching with a Christian group, former presidential candidate becomes first Republican Senator to join the demonstrations; 'We need a voice against racism,' he says

A few blocks from the White House, Black Lives Matter demonstrators recount their fraught experiences with the police as they demand systemic reforms

African American members of the force have often found themselves torn in recent days between their identification with their community and their obligation to uphold law and order

With rallies entering a more subdued phase, activists are working to convert anger and grief into long-term action

City paints slogan in huge yellow letters on street leading to president's residence, as Mayor Muriel Bowser spars with Trump over deployment of troops and police in city

Derek Chauvin, the Minneapolis police officer accused of pressing his knee against George Floyd's neck until he died, to be charged with second-degree murder

Social media users, politicians compare cases of George Floyd and Iyad Halak; PLO releases cartoon suggesting Israeli support for American police violence

Wide-range of organizations express solidarity with Black community and the protests, condemn police brutality and systematic racism