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BREAKING: Violence breaks out in US over Trump's inauguration (Videos)
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BREAKING: Violence breaks out in US over Trump's inauguration (Videos)

by  Akinyemi Akinrujomu 1 min read

Riots have broken out in the United States of America over the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the country.

The riots were initially just anti-Trump protests but turned violent after the new president took oath of office.

BREAKING: Violence breaks out in US over Trump's inauguration (Videos)
New American president Donald Trump taking the oath of office while his wife Melania watches on.

According to CNN, around 90 people have already been arrested in the riot which is happening on the inauguration parade route in Washington DC.

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It also reports that a Bank of America bank and a Starbucks shop were attacked and their windows smashed in.

A video by CNN shows the protesters destroying properties.

President Trump is supposed to take the route on which the riots are taking place.

Source: Legit.ng

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Akinyemi Akinrujomu Akinyemi Akinrujomu is a professionally-trained journalist with over 17 years of experience. His knowledge spans print, broadcast, and online media. He has worked in several top media organizations in Nigeria. He has also pioneered several print media publications. He is a graduate of History and International Studies from the Lagos State University and he also holds a professional National Diploma in Journalism. He loves reading, travelling and listening to music.

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