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Teen Burns Cross in Grant Park
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A 21-year-old man named Merlin Lu sparked controversy after burning a cross in Chicago’s Grant Park — complete with a MAGA hat — sparking debate over whether it was a political protest or a hate crime. Though prosecutors argued it was racially motivated, the judge found insufficient evidence for that charge, but still deemed him a potential threat. Surprisingly, Lu walked free without bail or restrictions, citing his clean record. He’s back in court June 22 — and this one’s far from over.
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