NAACP Urges Federal Charges in Laquan McDonald’s Killing

WTTW News·Feb 1

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The NAACP is calling for federal charges in the killing of Laquan McDonald. The former police officer who killed McDonald has been released from prison, sparking anger among activists. It is unclear whether federal charges will be pursued, as there are reports of a decision by Chicago's US attorney, but McDonald's grandmother and the NAACP are continuing to push for them.

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