NYC Mayor Defends Police After NYPD Cruiser Drives Into Protesters

A video shows an NYPD cruiser driving into a crowd during a Brooklyn protest over George Floyd's death. Protesters placed barriers and threw debris at police vehicles. The first cruiser accelerated into the crowd, but no injuries were reported. Mayor de Blasio blamed protesters, while Congresswoman Ocasio Cortez criticized the police. A full investigation into the incident was called for.

What event led to the protest in Brooklyn where the NYPD cruiser incident occurred?

• The inauguration of a new mayor

• The death of George Floyd

• A city council meeting

• A local sports event

What did the protesters do in front of the police SUV during the incident?

• They waved flags

• They put a yellow barrier

• They took photos

• They sang songs

How did Mayor de Blasio describe the situation faced by the police officers?

• A peaceful protest

• A manageable situation

• A routine crowd control

• An absolutely impossible situation

Who criticized the police officers' actions on Twitter?

• The Governor

• Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

• The President

• The Police Chief

What did de Blasio call for after the incident?

• A new law

• A public apology

• A full investigation

• A celebration