Minneapolis Government Center: Razor wire and protest signs

Razor wire and protest signs at Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin trial.
Razor wire and protest signs at Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin trial.

Razor wire and protest signs surround the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis during the trial of Derek Chauvin. The security measures were put in place following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, and the subsequent protests. The area has become a focal point for demonstrations, with protesters decorating the fencing with signs and ribbons, indicating a continuous occupation of the space.

Photo taken in April 2021.

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