Minneapolis Protest at Cup Foods, Day After George Floyd Killing

Protesters gathered on East 38th Street outside Cup Foods in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, the day after George Floyd was killed by Minneapolis Police at this location. This initial protest marked the immediate public response to Floyd's death, which quickly escalated into a national and international movement against police brutality and systemic racism. Participants held signs demanding justice and accountability, transforming the street into a focal point for collective grief and outrage. The site later became known as George Floyd Square, a memorial and community gathering space. This event is a significant moment in the history of the Minneapolis Uprising.