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Monday, July 06, 2020

Fourth of July weekend marked by violence as girl, 7, among dead in Chicago, cities see deadly shootings

New York City, Memphis, Philadelphia, Baltimore all saw shootings this weekend

The Fourth of July holiday weekend across the U.S. was marred by violence as more than 14 were killed and dozens were injured in shootings, including at a nightclub inSouth Carolina.

In Chicago, a city known for its bloody gun violence, more than 67 people were shot over the holiday weekend and at least 13 were killed, including a 7-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy.

President Trump reacted to shootings in two big cities in a tweet Sunday evening. “Chicago and New York City crime numbers are way up. 67 people shot in Chicago, 13 killed. Shootings up significantly in NYC where people are demanding that@NYGovCuomo & @NYCMayor act now. Federal Government ready, willing and able to help, if asked!”

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