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Testimony focused on George Floyd's drug use, and a use-of-force expert testified Chauvin was justified in restraining him.
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Defense begins its arguments in Derek Chauvin trial
After 11 days of testimony, the prosecution has rested their case and the defense has started presenting theirs. As CBS News' Jamie Yuccas report, the key witness was another use-of-force expert who said Derek Chauvin was justified in restraining George Floyd, and called the restraint Chauvin used on Floyd a "control technique." Criminal defense attorney Imran Ansari then joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the defense's opening day of arguments.
Prosecution rests in Derek Chauvin case
The attorney for former police officer Derek Chauvin, accused of killing George Floyd, will have the chance to make his case as the prosecution prepares to rest. The defense is expected to begin calling its witnesses Tuesday, and closing arguments are expected Monday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN to discuss what she makes of the prosecution's witnesses.
Defense to call witnesses in Chauvin trial
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Author discusses Daunte Wright shooting
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Prosecutors wrap up their case in Derek Chauvin trial
Prosecutors are wrapping up their case as the Derek Chauvin murder trial enters its third week. The defense is expected to begin presenting their arguments on Tuesday, and closing arguments could begin as early as next Monday. Criminal defense attorney Nicole DeBorde discusses several decisions made by the judge Monday and what we can expect from the defense's arguments.
Cardiologist says Floyd's death was preventable
Day 11 of the Derek Chauvin murder trial got underway in Minneapolis on Monday. The prosecutors are trying to prove Floyd died from a lack of oxygen, a result of Derek Chauvin's knee being on his neck for more than nine minutes. One cardiologist who testified said Floyd's death was "absolutely preventable." Jenny Roberts, the co-director of the Criminal Justice Clinic and professor of law at American University, joins CBSN for a closer look at the trial.
Cardiologist says police restraint killed Floyd
A cardiologist testified in Derek Chauvin's murder trial that George Floyd's heart stopped due to low oxygen levels caused by police actions. Jamie Yuccas is following the case.
George Floyd's brother gives emotional testimony
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Derek Chauvin trial's impact on police training
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Week 2 of Chauvin's trial wraps
The state may rest its case as early as Monday in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. Day 10 wrapped Friday with key testimony from the medical examiner who conducted George Floyd's autopsy. Joe Barrett, a senior Midwest correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the second week of proceedings.
Analysis of week two in Chauvin's trial
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to provide an analysis of the prosecution's case during the second week of Derek Chauvin's trial. Klieman also discusses what's ahead in the trial as George Floyd's family prepares to testify.
Floyd's family to testify in Chauvin trial
Family members of George Floyd are expected to testify early next week for the prosecution as Derek Chauvin's murder trial enters its third week in Minneapolis. This follows Friday's testimony from the medical examiner who performed the autopsy to determine the cause of Floyd's death. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Medical examiner: Heart disease, drugs a factor but didn't cause Floyd's death
Hennepin County medical examiner Andrew Baker, who conducted the autopsy on George Floyd, took the stand Friday.
George Floyd didn't die from overdose, expert says
The chief medical examiner who performed George Floyd's autopsy testified Friday for the first time. He said Floyd died from police force, not from drugs or underlying health conditions. This comes as the defense is preparing to begin presenting their case next week. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the testimony.
Interaction with police killed Floyd, examiner says
The medical examiner who performed an autopsy on George Floyd's body testified that his interaction with police caused his death. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Police reform stalls in Washington a year after George Floyd's death
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Analyst: Expert deals blow to Chauvin defense
A forensic pathologist took the stand in the Derek Chauvin murder trial on Friday, explaining why she agrees with the medical examiner that George Floyd died because of how he was subdued by police. Dr. Lindsey Thomas testified that Floyd wouldn't have died that day if he had not encountered the officers outside of the Cup Foods. Legal analyst Jessica Levinson discusses her testimony with Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN.
Lung expert says Floyd died of lack of oxygen
A top medical expert told a jury George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen that damaged his brain and caused his heart to stop. Dr. Martin Tobin said Floyd could not take in enough oxygen while he was pinned on his stomach with his hands handcuffed behind his back for more than nine minutes. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Doctor: Floyd died of low oxygen, caught in "vise" between officers, street
Pulmonology expert Dr. Martin Tobin testified the pressure on Floyd resulted in "shallow breaths [that] weren't able to carry air through his lungs"
Expert testifies that George Floyd died from lack of oxygen
As CBS News' Jamie Yuccas reports, a key witness for the prosecution, pulmonology expert Dr. Martin Tobin, says George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen due to Derek Chauvin kneeling on him. Tobin went on to say during Day 9 of the Chauvin murder trial that drugs had nothing to do with Floyd's death. Criminal defense attorney Arthur Aidala joins CBSN's Lana Zak with analysis. (Warning: Some viewers may find the details of this story disturbing.)
Expert testifies George Floyd died from "low level of oxygen"
A pulmonology expert testified during Derek Chauvin's trial that George Floyd "died from a low level of oxygen." Jamie Yuccas shares more from Day 9 of the Chauvin trial. (Warning: Some viewers may find the details of this story disturbing.)
Doctor: George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen
On Day 9 of testimony in the trial of Derek Chauvin, a top medical expert, Dr. Martin Tobin, said George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen, and that fentanyl was not a factor. New York Law School professor Kirk Burkhalter spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what the medical expert's testimony means for the trial.
Expert testifies in Chauvin murder trial
Dr. Martin Tobin, a critical care doctor who studies how people breathe, took the stand Thursday in the trial of Derek Chauvin to explain to the jury how the respiratory system works and what he believes caused George Floyd's death. Legal analyst Paul Batista broke down Tobin's testimony on CBSN with Vladimir Duthiers.
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2026 Tony Awards nominations are announced. See the full list.
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Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
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Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
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Utz potato chips sold nationwide recalled over salmonella risk
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