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Surge in shootings hits cities amid protests and pandemic
The Associated Press reports a nationwide rise in shootings with dozens killed including children amid the pandemic and George Floyd protests. Cities face a complex mix of unemployment, stay‑at‑home orders, policing debates, and political fallout as violent crime spikes recur across Dallas Philadelphia and Atlanta. Trump and Biden camps intensify rhetoric as officials seek data on root causes beyond police reforms.
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