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UNITED STATES – Georges Floyd’s family to receive $27 million

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The family of African-American George Floyd, killed by the knees of American police officer Derek Chauvin during his arrest in Minneapolis in May 2020, will receive $27 million in damages after an amicable agreement with the city of Minneapolis. This out-of-court settlement is “the most important in the history of the United States in a human rights case for a wrongful death,” according to family lawyers.

Georges Floyd’s family will receive $27 million in damages following the brutal and cruel death of their son in May 2020. The trial of police officer Derek Chauvin began this Tuesday, March 9, 2021 with the selection of jurors. It will continue until the month However, at the Minneapolis City Council, responsible for the police, another fight was being waged: that of compensation. Even if this money does not allow the family to find its beloved son, at least it is the beginning of justice for the regularly fought fight against racial discrimination. 

Bridgett Floyd, the sister of George Floyd, said in a statement transcribed by Star Tribune, a local newspaper, that she was delighted that “this judicial journey for (his) brother George is resolved […] Our family suffered an irreplaceable loss (…). While we will never find our beloved George again, we will continue to work tirelessly to make this world a better and safer place for all.”

Of the $27 million in damages, $500,000 “will be used for the benefit of the community around 38th Street and Chicago Avenue.” It was at this very spot that Georges Floyd lost his life in agony. Minneapolis City Hall has promised people to transform its police to create a “new model” of public safety.

Georges Floyd died on May 25, 2020, in Minneapolis, during his arrest by the police.The images of his arrest had toured the world and triggered a series of demonstrations in the United States. We see a white policeman holding Georges Floyd on the ground while he repeats several times that he cannot breathe.He was declared dead more than an hour later at the hospital. The autopsy performed on the body identified “neck compression” as a cause of death.

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BRAZIL – Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on a state visit to France on June 5 and 6, 2025

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Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will be on a state visit to France on 5 and 6 June. He will be welcomed in Paris by President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron, accompanied by his wife Rosângela Lula da Silva.

This official trip comes as a follow-up to the renewed action plan between France and Brazil, sealed during Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Brazil in March 2024. Objective: to strengthen bilateral cooperation in strategic areas such as defense, economy, biodiversity, energy transition, culture and the fight against disinformation.

This high-level meeting is also part of a busy international agenda for both countries. It precedes by a few days the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), which will be held in Nice from 9 to 13 June, as well as the COP30 of Belém next November. Two major events where France and Brazil plan to unite their voices to advance global environmental issues.

The visit will also be part of the 2025 Brazil-France Season, an exceptional cultural program that highlights the Brazilian artistic and intellectual scene throughout the country.

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UNITED STATES – Donald Trump wants to restart negotiations between Russia and Ukraine

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Karoline Leavitt, spokesperson for the White House, reaffirmed on Monday, June 2, 2025, the willingness of US President Donald Trump to see Russia and Ukraine begin peace negotiations. During a press conference, she insisted on the importance of direct dialogue between the two parties to end a conflict that has already cost too many human lives.

Speaking to reporters, Leavitt recalled that President Trump strongly supports a return to the negotiating table, drawing in particular on previous talks held in Istanbul. “The president wants the two leaders, along with their delegations, to sit at the negotiating table. Today, we saw that this was possible thanks to his insistence,” she said, while specifying that only Trump will express himself in detail on his position.

Asked about a recent drone attack attributed to Ukraine and targeting Russian territory, Leavitt preferred to insist on the need for a de-escalation. “This war must now end. It has been merciless for both sides, and far too many lives have been lost,” she said.

These remarks, relayed by the Anadolu agency and translated from Turkish by Ayse Betul Akcesme, reflect a new direction in the communication of the White House, emphasizing the role that Washington wishes to play to encourage a diplomatic solution.

Although President Trump has not yet spoken personally about these recent developments, his spokesperson suggests that an initiative in favor of peace could take shape in the coming weeks.

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UNITED STATES – Elon Musk leaves the Trump ship

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Elon Musk announced the end of his role as a special government employee in President Donald Trump’s administration on Thursday, 29 May 2025, marking the conclusion of his involvement with the Department for Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Musk, who had been appointed to lead efforts to reduce federal bureaucracy and public spending, expressed his gratitude to President Trump for this opportunity to serve.

In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote, “Grateful to President Trump for the opportunity to serve. It was a difficult but rewarding experience.”

Shortly after his message, a White House official confirmed his departure and indicated that his resignation process “will begin this evening.”

Musk’s departure comes after his public criticism of President Trump’s “great and beautiful bill”, a legislative package that includes tax cuts and immigration control measures but significantly increases the federal deficit.

Musk described the bill as counterproductive to the DOGE’s mission and expressed disappointment.
During his tenure, Musk has implemented drastic cost-cutting measures through the DOGE, including mass layoffs and termination of federal contracts. These actions have led to strong criticism, protests – including against Tesla – and dozens of lawsuits, as well as concerns about attempts to access private government data.

A federal judge recently allowed a complaint filed by 14 American states against Musk and the DOGE to proceed.
This complaint accuses Musk and the DOGE of unconstitutional actions, including unauthorized access to government data systems, cancellation of federal contracts and dismissal of federal employees.

Musk plans to refocus on his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, and reduce his political contributions. Despite initial optimism, Musk admitted his frustration with bureaucratic resistance in Washington.

The White House plans to implement some of the reductions recommended by the DOGE through budget cancellations. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that this bill will increase deficits by $3.8 trillion over a decade, while regulators remain skeptical of claims that it will be deficit-neutral.

Sources: AP
Photo credit: Elon Musk page

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