Derek Chauvin Trial, Cuomo Update, Kentucky Police Bill, & the Border Crisis
Description
First, the trial of Derek Chauvin, the officer charged with the murder of George Floyd, is under way. Due to this case’s publicity, the jury selection process has been difficult. Ashley discusses whether Chauvin could be acquitted or found guilty, and whether or not the court of public opinion could sway the decision. Second, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo now faces seven sexual harassment allegations. Given that over 140 elected officials have called for him to resign, Ashley talks about the question of his resignation. Next, Ashley explains her belief that Kentucky State Republicans have violated the First Amendment in a recent bill that has passed through the Kentucky State Senate. Finally, Ashley briefly explains the crisis at our southern border.
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Derek Chauvin Trial
USA Today - Derek Chauvin Trial Live
New York Times - George Floyd Protest Timeline
Twin Cities - Timeline: George Floyd to Derek Chauvin
CNN - Derek Chauvin Trial Jurors
Star Tribune - Minneapolis to pay $27 million to George Floyd's family
Washington Post - What killed George Floyd?
Andrew Cuomo
New York Mag - Everyone Who Has Called for Governor Cuomo to Resign
ABC News - Cuomo should resign if allegations confirmed: Biden
Kentucky Police Bill
WDRB - Kentucky Senate bill making it a crime to insult police officers
New York Post - Kentucky Senate passes bill criminalizing protesters who ‘insult’ police
Border Crisis
CNN - Biden tells migrants not to come to US
United States
