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.

• Apr 13, 2021
• 06:34

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.

• Apr 13, 2021
• 12:11

Defense to call witnesses in Chauvin trial

Defense attorneys for Derek Chauvin will begin calling witnesses this week. Former prosecutor Vinoo Varghese joins CBSN AM to weigh in on whether or not the former police officer accused in the death of George Floyd should take the stand.

• Apr 13, 2021
• 07:30

Daunte Wright protests continue for 2nd night

Despite a curfew order, around 40 people were arrested in the second night of protests against the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. The Brooklyn Center, Minnesota police chief says he believes the officer meant to use her taser instead of a gun on the 20-year-old. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the latest.

• Apr 13, 2021
• 03:44

Author discusses Daunte Wright shooting

Robin Hood Foundation CEO Wes Moore, co-author of the book "Five Days," joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the violent police encounter of Daunte Wright, and comparisons to the events surrounding the death of Freddie Gray in Baltimore.

• Apr 13, 2021
• 08:41

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.

• Apr 12, 2021
• 05:57

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.

• Apr 12, 2021
• 08:33

George Floyd's brother gives emotional testimony

Philonise Floyd was one of the final witnesses for prosecutors, who wrapped up their case against the fired cop on Monday.

• Apr 12, 2021

Police shooting sparks unrest in Minnesota

A deadly police shooting of Daunte Wright, a Black man, during a traffic stop in Minnesota over the weekend sparked unrest ahead of the third week of witness testimony in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. CBS News Correspondent Jamie Yuccas joined CBSN to discuss the latest in the trial of the former police officer accused of killing George Floyd.

• Apr 12, 2021
• 06:39

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.

• Apr 10, 2021
• 08:07

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.

• Apr 10, 2021
• 04:01

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.

• Apr 10, 2021
• 02:21

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.

• Apr 10, 2021

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.

• Apr 9, 2021
• 24:59

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.

• Apr 9, 2021
• 02:46

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"

• Apr 9, 2021

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.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 12:07

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.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 09:04

Legal analyst on Day 8 of Chauvin trial

The defense in the trial of Derek Chauvin turned their focus to George Floyd's drug use during cross-examination Wednesday. Jurors heard from several witnesses, including forensic scientists who investigated the scene where Floyd died. Attorney Paul Batista joined CBSN to discuss the defense and prosecution arguments.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 09:36

Chauvin defense focuses on drug use

The case against Derek Chauvin is heating up. Witnesses testified yesterday about evidence of drugs and whether the use of force against George Floyd was excessive. CBS News' Jamie Yuccas has been covering the trial from the beginning, and she spoke with Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the dramatic moments from Day 8, including the revelation that a pill with Floyd's DNA on it went untested for months in the back of a police vehicle.

• Apr 8, 2021
• 10:28

Chauvin jury hears from forensic investigators

Forensic investigators testified during Day 8 of the Derek Chauvin murder trial that drugs were found in the car George Floyd was riding in before he encountered police officers. Drugs and Floyd's blood were also found in the back of the squad car officers tried putting Floyd into. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson discusses how this could affect both sides of this case.

• Apr 7, 2021
• 08:10

Forensic scientist found George Floyd's blood, pills in squad car

McKenzie Anderson, a state crime scene team leader, testified about collecting evidence in the trial of Derek Chauvin.

• Apr 8, 2021

Police witnesses criticize Chauvin's actions

Minneapolis police training officers and an expert witness testified on Day 7 of Derek Chauvin's trial and said his treatment of George Floyd was unwarranted. The defense, however, may have gained some testimony from one witness. CBS News legal expert and analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss what this means for both sides' arguments.

• Apr 7, 2021
• 10:52

Expert says Chauvin should have used "no force"

Los Angeles Police Sergeant Jody Stiger was back on the stand for Day 8 of the Derek Chauvin murder trial, where he's testifying as an expert witness on the use of force. CBS News legal expert and analyst Rikki Klieman broke down today's testimony with Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN.

• Apr 7, 2021
• 23:02

Officers used excessive force against Floyd, expert says

LAPD Sergeant Jody Stiger testified as an expert witness that officers should have stopped their force once Floyd stopped resisting.

• Apr 6, 2021

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