Marcus Lavon of Des Moines raises his hands during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Marcus Lavon of Des Moines raises his hands during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young protester flees after being hit by pepper spray during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young protester flees after being hit by pepper spray during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A Des Moines police officer deploys a can of pepper spray at protesters on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A Des Moines police officer deploys a can of pepper spray at protesters on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A protester holds up the burning Des Moines Police decal after protesters pulled it off the side of a DMPD patrol SUV during a protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
A protester holds up the burning Des Moines Police decal after protesters pulled it off the side of a DMPD patrol SUV during a protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
A protester tries to kick a can of gas back to Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A protester tries to kick a can of gas back to Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Donald Trump supporter Michael Rooney of Des Moines argues with protesters outside of the Des Moines Police Department during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Donald Trump supporter Michael Rooney of Des Moines argues with protesters outside of the Des Moines Police Department during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Black Liberation Movement protester Jaylen Cavil speaks to protesters at the Polk County Jail while they await the release of Matthew Bruce on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, in Des Moines.
Black Liberation Movement protester Jaylen Cavil speaks to protesters at the Polk County Jail while they await the release of Matthew Bruce on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, in Des Moines.
Annjolena Kenny of Des Moines joins thousands of protesters outside the Des Moines Police Department in Des Moines during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis resident who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Annjolena Kenny of Des Moines joins thousands of protesters outside the Des Moines Police Department in Des Moines during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis resident who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Protesters march to the governors mansion on Terrace Hill in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
Protesters march to the governors mansion on Terrace Hill in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young protester kicks at a can of gas during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young protester kicks at a can of gas during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A protester leaps at Des Moines police officers while being detained during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A protester leaps at Des Moines police officers while being detained during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young boy is tended to by helpers who quickly pour water and milk over his eyes after he came into contact with tear gas during the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
A young boy is tended to by helpers who quickly pour water and milk over his eyes after he came into contact with tear gas during the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
A Des Moines police officer directs a man to back his Dodge Ram up after the driver used his truck to assault protesters gathered for a non-violent protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020. The driver later got out of his truck and became verbally combative with members of the protesting party. Protesters were upset that the police allowed the man to leave the scene without being charged.
A Des Moines police officer directs a man to back his Dodge Ram up after the driver used his truck to assault protesters gathered for a non-violent protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020. The driver later got out of his truck and became verbally combative with members of the protesting party. Protesters were upset that the police allowed the man to leave the scene without being charged.
Protesters gather around the Des Moines Police Station for a rally on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Protesters gather around the Des Moines Police Station for a rally on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Protesters march along Ingersoll Ave. in Des Moines on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Protesters march along Ingersoll Ave. in Des Moines on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Protesters light the Des Moines Police decal after protesters pulled it off the side of a DMPD patrol SUV during a protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
Protesters light the Des Moines Police decal after protesters pulled it off the side of a DMPD patrol SUV during a protest at Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
An agitated motorist yells at protesters blocking traffic from entering the Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines during a protest on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
An agitated motorist yells at protesters blocking traffic from entering the Hy-Vee on SE 14th Street in Des Moines during a protest on Saturday, June 20, 2020.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Protesters clash with Des Moines police during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Members of the Iowa State Patrol mobilize at the Iowa Capitol Building in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
Members of the Iowa State Patrol mobilize at the Iowa Capitol Building in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
A protester bends over to rub his eyes as a cloud of teargas forms behind him as hundreds of protesters marched on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
A protester bends over to rub his eyes as a cloud of teargas forms behind him as hundreds of protesters marched on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Members of the Polk County Sheriff's Dept. block an entrance to the governor's mansion on Terrace Hill as protestors converge on the property during a march in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
Members of the Polk County Sheriff's Dept. block an entrance to the governor's mansion on Terrace Hill as protestors converge on the property during a march in Des Moines on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
Members of the Des Moines Police Dept. stand by as protesters march on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Members of the Des Moines Police Dept. stand by as protesters march on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters cheer as members of the Des Moines Police Department take their knees in solidarity in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters cheer as members of the Des Moines Police Department take their knees in solidarity in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters gather after marching on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters gather after marching on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
A protester speaks to a large crowd on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
A protester speaks to a large crowd on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Thousands of protesters peacefully march along a residential street en route to the home of Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie in Des Moines on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Thousands of protesters peacefully march along a residential street en route to the home of Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie in Des Moines on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Members of the Des Moines Police Dept. and Polk County Sheriff's Dept. stand by as protesters gather along Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Members of the Des Moines Police Dept. and Polk County Sheriff's Dept. stand by as protesters gather along Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters stand on a Sport Utility Vehicle while marching on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Protesters stand on a Sport Utility Vehicle while marching on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines on Sunday, June 1, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Des Moines police clashed with protesters on the second night of protests in downtown Des Moines on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
A young protester turns away after being hit with pepper spray during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A young protester turns away after being hit with pepper spray during a protest on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A Des Moines police officer deploys a can of pepper spray at protesters on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
A Des Moines police officer deploys a can of pepper spray at protesters on Friday, May 29, 2020, in Des Moines. The protests were a response to the recent death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer.
Des Moines City Councilman Josh Mandelbaum speaks with protesters of the Black Liberation Movement from his yard on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, in Des Moines.
Des Moines City Councilman Josh Mandelbaum speaks with protesters of the Black Liberation Movement from his yard on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, in Des Moines.
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