In Chicago Massive Demonstrations were held, after the release of footage of youth shootings by Police. In Laquan Mcdonald's case, there were police cover-ups and an attempt by the mayor, Rahm Emanuel, to delay the footage from being released and first degree murder charges filed, until after his reelection. In Chicago, massive demonstrations were held following the release of footage of youth shootings by police. In the Laquan McDonald case, there were police cover-ups, and Mayor Rahm Emanuel delayed release of the footage and subsequent murder charges until after his re-election. There were calls for the resignations of State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez, Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy, and Mayor Emanuel. Subsequently, Alvarez was voted out of office, McCarthy was fired, and Emanuel declined to seek another term. Jason Van Dyke, the police officer who shot McDonald 16 times, was found guilty of second degree murder.
