Rev’s Transcript Library

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison held a news briefing on the George Floyd death. He said all four police officers have now been charged and have warrants out for their arrest. Read the full speech transcript with details here.

Barack Obama participated in a virtual town hall in which he spoke about George Floyd’s death and the following protests. Obama said every mayor should push for police reform in his statement. Read the full transcript here.

Joe Biden gave a June 2 speech in Philadelphia in which he addressed the nationwide protests & demonstrations for George Floyd. He said Donald Trump is fanning “the flames of hate.” Read his full speech transcript here.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz held a June 2 press conference. He provided updates on the George Floyd protests and efforts to end further violence and looting.

African American Senators Cory Booker and Kamala Harris gave emotional speeches at a press conference on the George Floyd death, racial injustice & a new bill to combat it, and Donald Trump’s DC photo op. Read the full transcript here.

Donald Trump held a call with the US state governors where he said, “Most of you are weak.” Read the transcript from the call here.

After the 6th night of Minneapolis protests over the death of George Floyd, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz held a June 1 press conference. Read the full transcript here.

Terrence Floyd, the brother of George Floyd, held a prayer in Minneapolis at the place Floyd’s killing took place. He was joined by Rev. Kevin McCall, activist Chris Banks, and others. Read the transcript of the speech here.

Jamie Foxx gave a speech at a George Floyd protest in response to Floyd’s death on June 1st. Read the transcript of this excerpt of his speech.