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News Wrap: NAACP wants investigation of S.C. police force

Season 2015 Episode 990 | 3m 24s

In our news wrap Thursday, the NAACP called for a federal investigation of the North Charleston police force after officer Michael Slager shot an unarmed man as he ran away. Slager has been charged with murder. Also, the Associated Press reported that the number of veterans waiting 30 to 60 days for an appointment remains unchanged, while those waiting more than 90 days have nearly doubled.

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