“Peaceful protesters are wanted and welcome in a democracy, but not violent ones,” said Federal Interior Minister Thomas de Maizière, but hard-core anarchists had other plans. Before noon Friday, protesters had torched cars, clashed with police and blocked intersections. Hamburg police said late Friday that 196 officers had been injured during two days of clashes with anti-globalization activists. The Secret Service had to take an out-of-the way route to drive Trump to the confab. Melania Trump had to stay in a guest house rather than attend an event for spouses. The first lady tweeted, “Thinking of those hurt in #Hamburg protests. Hope everyone stay safe! #G20.”
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