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APRIL 20, 2021
President Biden Delivers Remarks on Verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial
President Biden and Vice President Harris delivered remarks from the White House on the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial. President Biden said the verdict “can be a giant step forward in the march towards justice in America.” Vice President Harris said that the guilty verdict cannot “take away the pain. A measure of justice isn’t the same as equal justice.” A jury found former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty in the murder of George Floyd.
President Biden Delivers Remarks on Verdict in Derek Chauvin Trial
President Biden and Vice President Harris delivered remarks from the White House on the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial. President Biden said the verdict “can be a giant step forward in the march towards justice in America.” Vice President Harris said that the guilty verdict cannot “take away the pain. A measure of justice isn’t the same as equal justice.” A jury found former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty in the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis jury convicts ex-policeman Derek Chauvin of murdering George Floyd
Apr. 21 - The jurors remained still and quiet as the verdict was read. Chauvin, wearing a gray suit with a blue tie as well as a light-blue face mask, nodded and stood quickly when the judge ruled that his bail was revoked. He was taken out of the courtroom in handcuffs and placed in the custody of the Hennepin County sheriff.
The conviction triggered a wave of relief and reflection not only across the United States but in countries around the world.
“It was a murder in the full light of day and it ripped the blinders off for the whole world to see the systemic racism,” President Joe Biden said in televised remarks. “This can be a giant step forward in the march toward justice in America.”
Outside the courthouse, a crowd of several hundred people erupted in cheers when the verdict was announced - a scene that unfolded in cities across the country. Car horns honked, demonstrators blocked traffic and chanted: “George Floyd” and “All three counts”... quoted from
Apr. 21 - The jurors remained still and quiet as the verdict was read. Chauvin, wearing a gray suit with a blue tie as well as a light-blue face mask, nodded and stood quickly when the judge ruled that his bail was revoked. He was taken out of the courtroom in handcuffs and placed in the custody of the Hennepin County sheriff.
The conviction triggered a wave of relief and reflection not only across the United States but in countries around the world.
“It was a murder in the full light of day and it ripped the blinders off for the whole world to see the systemic racism,” President Joe Biden said in televised remarks. “This can be a giant step forward in the march toward justice in America.”
Outside the courthouse, a crowd of several hundred people erupted in cheers when the verdict was announced - a scene that unfolded in cities across the country. Car horns honked, demonstrators blocked traffic and chanted: “George Floyd” and “All three counts”... quoted from
APRIL 20, 2021
White House Daily Briefing
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki held a briefing on the Biden administration’s policy agenda. After making brief announcements, Ms. Psaki answered questions on several topics, including on the upcoming climate policy summit, COVID-19 vaccination efforts, marijuana legalization, and immigration. Much of the briefing was focused on comments President Biden made regarding the Derek Chauvin trial, referring to it as “overwhelming,” and that he hoped the “right verdict” would be made. When asked if he was trying to influence the result, the press secretary said, “he is certainly not looking to influence, but he has been touched by the impact on the family.”
White House Daily Briefing
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki held a briefing on the Biden administration’s policy agenda. After making brief announcements, Ms. Psaki answered questions on several topics, including on the upcoming climate policy summit, COVID-19 vaccination efforts, marijuana legalization, and immigration. Much of the briefing was focused on comments President Biden made regarding the Derek Chauvin trial, referring to it as “overwhelming,” and that he hoped the “right verdict” would be made. When asked if he was trying to influence the result, the press secretary said, “he is certainly not looking to influence, but he has been touched by the impact on the family.”
‘History has been made today:’ Nation reacts to guilty verdict in George Floyd’s death
Ex-cop Derek Chauvin found guilty on all 3 counts
Apr. 21 - ...“Today’s guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin shows that he is being held accountable for his criminal actions. His actions were against the fundamental ethics, code of conduct, and the oath we take to both serve and protect. As a profession, it is important that we continue to advance and modernize how we police, and that we must continue to create real, meaningful relationships throughout our communities,” Sheriff Lemma said... quoted from
Ex-cop Derek Chauvin found guilty on all 3 counts
Apr. 21 - ...“Today’s guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin shows that he is being held accountable for his criminal actions. His actions were against the fundamental ethics, code of conduct, and the oath we take to both serve and protect. As a profession, it is important that we continue to advance and modernize how we police, and that we must continue to create real, meaningful relationships throughout our communities,” Sheriff Lemma said... quoted from
APRIL 20, 2021
Congressional Black Caucus Chauvin Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict Reaction
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Joyce Beatty (D-OH) led a press conference with members of the CBC following the guilty verdict in the trial for Derek Chauvin, accused in the death of George Floyd. “This verdict, we certainly agree with - guilty on all charges - but we want our message to be very clear that this is just the first step. We know clearly that justice has been delayed,” said the CBC chair. “We are hopeful that today will be the catalyst to turn the pain, the agony, the justice delayed into actions that go far beyond today.” Speaker Pelosi said she spoke with the family of George Floyd earlier in the day and called on Congress to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. The Minneapolis jury found Mr. Chauvin guilty on all three counts: second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Congressional Black Caucus Chauvin Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict Reaction
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) and Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Joyce Beatty (D-OH) led a press conference with members of the CBC following the guilty verdict in the trial for Derek Chauvin, accused in the death of George Floyd. “This verdict, we certainly agree with - guilty on all charges - but we want our message to be very clear that this is just the first step. We know clearly that justice has been delayed,” said the CBC chair. “We are hopeful that today will be the catalyst to turn the pain, the agony, the justice delayed into actions that go far beyond today.” Speaker Pelosi said she spoke with the family of George Floyd earlier in the day and called on Congress to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. The Minneapolis jury found Mr. Chauvin guilty on all three counts: second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
A celebration at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis after Derek Chauvin, a former police officer, was found guilty of murder on Tuesday.
What Is Your Reaction to the Verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial?
Do you feel that justice has been served? Does the verdict mark a turning point in American history, or is there much work still to be done?
Apr. 21 - ...Do you agree? Do you think that teachers all over the country should be raising these issues, even if they are complicated to discuss? How should conversations about race and policing take place in school, in your view? Why?
What Is Your Reaction to the Verdict in the Derek Chauvin Trial?
Do you feel that justice has been served? Does the verdict mark a turning point in American history, or is there much work still to be done?
Apr. 21 - ...Do you agree? Do you think that teachers all over the country should be raising these issues, even if they are complicated to discuss? How should conversations about race and policing take place in school, in your view? Why?
- How do you view your own role in terms of these issues? What can you, as a young person, do to make positive change? Are there actions you can and want to take in your school or your larger community? quoted from
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