A use-of-force expert said Derek Chauvin used “deadly force” even though George Floyd posed no immediate threat. Here are today’s key takeaways. https://t.co/iHKwPP0dNc
Janiyah, 9, described a mix of anger and sadness that she said she felt when she learned how George Floyd had died. Though she has not seen the video of his arrest, she grasped the outsize impact it could have in the fight for racial justice in the U.S. https://t.co/oBCLhrvyzB https://t.co/2QDkDQrCtF
Since the first day of the trial of Derek Chauvin, his lawyers have suggested that the bystanders who witnessed George Floyd’s arrest last May in Minneapolis also influenced Chauvin’s actions. https://t.co/WlJmHSAtU0
An argument emerged over whether Floyd had yelled about doing drugs or, alternatively, said, "I ain't do no drugs." https://t.co/M4157jQBwz
Derek Chauvin’s defense hinges on an argument that George Floyd’s drug use, not Chauvin’s knee, caused his death. To that end, the defense asked permission to present a prior arrest of Floyd in 2019. The judge initially resisted the request. https://t.co/DhYg81v0Ks
A Los Angeles Police Department use-of-force expert testified that former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin used "deadly force" by holding his knee on the neck of George Floyd for more than 9 minutes in a situation where no force was necessary https://t.co/Z21fRJOtBZ
An agent who reviewed George Floyd’s death initially agreed with Derek Chauvin’s lawyer that Floyd seemed to shout “I ate too many drugs” as he was handcuffed. But after seeing a video, the agent testified he thought Floyd shouted, “I ain’t do no drugs.” https://t.co/htqyOBtJEt
"What if there's no opportunity for compliance?" the prosecution asked the expert on the use of force, LAPD Sgt. Jody Stiger, of officers using a "pain compliance" technique. "At that point, it's just pain." This video includes scenes of graphic violence. https://t.co/IyHS5spXjB https://t.co/FF0IQibJXa
Where Derek Chauvin's trial stands: — Over 20 witnesses have taken the stand for the state — Next, the defense presents its witnesses — Closing arguments could begin as soon as the week after next — Finally, the jury deliberates (for as long as it needs) https://t.co/TxMDedAKeV
How Derek Chauvin's trial is bringing down the blue wall. https://t.co/b0XKnL0QLk
Derek Chauvin used his body weight to pin George Floyd’s neck and never moved, use-of-force expert says https://t.co/XbvcF8DyTJ
Under additional questioning by the prosecution, Senior Special Agent James Reyerson backtracked, saying he now heard Floyd saying "I ain't do no drugs." The reversal was a blow to the defense team of defendant Derek Chauvin. https://t.co/jxvU3RicjZ
Chauvin used deliberate and excessive pain technique on George Floyd, police expert says https://t.co/sQh9kjfNeH
McKenzie Anderson, forensic scientist for Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, testifies about finding eight blood stains in the back of a police squad car where George Floyd struggled with officers. She says DNA testing showed it was Floyd's blood https://t.co/6mIxjhLB4d https://t.co/KNzHg7MBUM
A use-of-force expert testified today that Derek Chauvin had his knee on George Floyd’s neck for 9.5 minutes straight as he laid facedown with his hands cuffed behind his back https://t.co/Vjcj62Cvcn
On the eighth day of Derek Chauvin's murder trial, jurors heard from a use of force expert who broke down what happened during George Floyd's arrest — and labeled it deadly force. @MikeGeorgeCBS reports: https://t.co/a2wHcD9xfJ https://t.co/rlG6aZLKDL
Photos of George Floyd's being processed after his death are shown in the Derek Chauvin trial. Items found in the car included packets of suboxone, a prescription medication used to treat opioid addiction https://t.co/a2wHcD9xfJ https://t.co/SC9JOrTTNG
LAPD Sgt. Jody Stiger testified he did not find George Floyd posed a threat to officers' safety when handcuffed on the ground, while the defense questioned him about how a "reasonable police officer" might have responded. https://t.co/wlRD2qQuT5 https://t.co/V0fke8eHk2
LIVE BLOG: Latest from Derek Chauvin trial. https://t.co/JHXGKekqNz
Prosecutors, defense clash in Chauvin trial whether George Floyd said "I ate too many drugs" or "I ain’t do no drugs" in clip https://t.co/vvW9gPErLA https://t.co/NkBrgTsiXO
LAPD use-of-force expert says Chauvin used "deadly force" on Floyd https://t.co/6iGhn5AuFo https://t.co/klGD4GRwO5
WATCH: Chauvin defense attorney claims Floyd said "I ate too many drugs" in arrest audio https://t.co/vZueZSvYB0 https://t.co/O5RbjkHqTT
Stiger: “Clearly, you could see Mr. Floyd’s medical — his health was deteriorating. ... As an officer on scene, you have a responsibility to realize that, ‘OK, something is not right. Something has changed drastically from what was occurring earlier.' " https://t.co/ePCTKy1nxz
Jody Stiger, an LAPD sergeant, testified that Derek Chauvin used "deadly" force on George Floyd. https://t.co/ePCTKy1nxz
Former Minneapolis police Officer Derek Chauvin has been required to wear a mask during his trial in George Floyd’s death. That hides any reaction he may be having to testimony, and experts say it could hurt him with the jury. https://t.co/6odCN2aEF1
WATCH LIVE: Day 8 of Derek Chauvin trial https://t.co/qRZuLE9wYq https://t.co/YDtDS3cCNz
Los Angeles Police Department Sergeant Jody Stiger testified in former officer Derek Chauvin's murder trial that no force should have been used after George Floyd was handcuffed and prone and the crowd at the scene did not pose a threat https://t.co/doO384UUlL https://t.co/rq4aH4yDYC
The department's duty of care policy has been a key element of the case against Derek Chauvin. https://t.co/Ha2lCZ7xIh
JUST IN: LAPD use-of-force expert says Chauvin used "deadly force" on Floyd https://t.co/DcNDrm3y7C https://t.co/XBpS9CiRES
“You can’t think of a happy memory. All you can think about is justice.” As a jury watched video footage of George Floyd’s death, his family members watched along with them. https://t.co/TsVj5KVM37
Regardless of where Derek Chauvin placed his knee on George Floyd, a use-of-force expert says, he should have recognized the risk of positional asphyxia. https://t.co/vBkYi3Y9rs
Expert: Derek Chauvin never took knee off George Floyd's neck https://t.co/AMDq16hBFW
Police tactics in potentially deadly situations remained the focus at the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, as prosecutors continued to present testimony building their case that the former officer used excessive force in his arrest of George Floyd https://t.co/ZxaAu836Dy
“It hit me hard, it hit me hard”: As a jury watched video footage of George Floyd’s death, his family members watched along with them https://t.co/KVfmgnT8EU
"We don’t train leg-neck restraints...As far as my knowledge, we never have." The prosecution maintained its focus on Derek Chauvin breaking with the departmental policy on the sixth day of the officer's trial for the murder of George Floyd. https://t.co/pYekwgpdTV
"Don't be surprised when buildings are on fire. Just sayin'." A TikTok star/ BLM activist warned that “all hell” will break loose if Derek Chauvin is not convicted of killing George Floyd. https://t.co/B9vf7elBTY
Minneapolis police chief refutes Derek Chauvin's claim that his treatment of George Floyd was consistent with department training and policy. https://t.co/aUyjaTVJk1
A lawyer for a man who may have provided the drugs that George Floyd took on the day he was arrested and died invoked his fifth-amendment right not to incriminate himself because he could face a potential charge of third degree murder https://t.co/VSfJ44Gcp7
Advocates for George Floyd are setting themselves up in advance to wipe blood off their hands if and when former police officer Derek Chauvin is acquitted, writes @eScarry. https://t.co/sezL2pd2Ar
Derek Chauvin lawyers discovered George Floyd 'speedball' in squad car https://t.co/4cYgPFwGq8 https://t.co/GAP2X30GMJ
Chauvin trial update: To suggest that counterfeiting is not a serious crime opens the door to an array of complications for the prosecution. | Opinion by @AndrewCMcCarthy https://t.co/6P9sv2nJUp
Chauvin Trial: When Are Leading Questions Allowed? | by @AndrewCMcCarthy https://t.co/wufMam5CJe
Key witness in Chauvin trial invokes Fifth Amendment - https://t.co/koSCAo8z4S #OANN
Derek Chauvin used excessive force on George Floyd: LAPD expert https://t.co/8sqpO6idOQ https://t.co/JJwPXfFvZV
Minneapolis PD use-of-force trainer says Chauvin knee restraint never authorized https://t.co/N4T0itnPU2 https://t.co/4GRyCg2l4s
George Floyd pal may need to testify at Derek Chauvin murder trial: judge https://t.co/UhotZlKER0 https://t.co/zBfP2rWGqw
Minneapolis Police Chief says Chauvin violated dept. policies - https://t.co/PLZ3u2gKpR #OANN
The Derek Chauvin trial is focusing on a critical element involving the manner in which George Floyd was restrained. | by @AndrewCMcCarthy https://t.co/qX7KfMvgrj
Nolte: Maya Echols, a prominent Black Lives Matter activist, threatened that cities will be “on fire” if Derek Chauvin is not convicted. https://t.co/WFcO4cnYBd