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On May 25, 2020, the tragic death of George Floyd during an arrest in Minneapolis ignited global protests and calls for racial justice. The disturbing footage of former officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck sparked widespread outrage, leading to both state and federal convictions for Chauvin. As the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death approaches, the national conversation is shifting once again.
In a politically polarized America, a growing movement on social media is now calling for President Donald Trump to pardon Derek Chauvin. But can he? The truth is, while Trump could attempt to pardon federal charges, Chauvin is also serving time on state convictions — which are beyond presidential power. Minnesota officials remain firm: Chauvin will not be released.
This video dives into the legal realities, political rhetoric, and shifting public opinions around this high-profile case. We also explore a new Pew Research Center study revealing that the racial reckoning sparked by Floyd’s death has led to few tangible improvements in the lives of Black Americans. Public optimism about achieving racial equality is fading.
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