BREAKING NEWS: The governor of the US state of Missouri has declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard in anticipation of a grand jury decision over the killing of unarmed black teenager Michael Brown.
Michael Brown: Missouri governor activates National Guard
The governor of the US state of Missouri has activated the state's National Guard in anticipation of a grand jury decision over the killing of an unarmed black teenager.
In a statement, Mr Nixon said the guard will "support law enforcement's efforts to maintain peace".
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Michael Brown: Missouri governor activates National Guard
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The governor of the US state of Missouri has activated the state's National Guard in anticipation of a grand jury decision over the killing of an unarmed black teenager.
In a statement, Mr Nixon said the guard will "support law enforcement's efforts to maintain peace".
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