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The reckoning within police departments comes as plans for new demonstrations this weekend and on inauguration day are solidifying, with US authorities warning of the potential for violence in state capitals. Participants are expected to protest election results that made Joe Biden president-elect. We are making clear that they have First Amendment rights like all Americans, said Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, who on Thursday accepted the resignation of an 18-year veteran in his department due to his involvement in the riot, which followed a rally at which US President Donald Trump urged his supporters to not accept his defeat. However, engaging in activity that crosses the line into criminal conduct will not be tolerated.