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Uprisings Continue Over The Police Shooting Of Jacob Blake & Militia Member Who Shot Protesters

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Jacob Blake protest in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

The Justice Department has opened an investigation into the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin as protests around the country continued last night. Kyle Rittenhouse, a 17-year-old self described militia member has been arrested and charged with shooting three protesters. Two were killed. One was seriously injured. Well get the latest from Kenosha. 

Guest:

Adam Mahoney, independent journalist who has written for the Chicago Reporter and The Guardian

Web Resources:

The Washington Post: 17-year-old charged with homicide after shooting during Kenosha protests, authorities say

The New York Times: Justice Department to Investigate Jacob Blake Shooting