Judge's ruling allows for longer sentence for Derek Chauvin
A judge found the ex-cop treated Floyd with "particular cruelty" when he knelt on his neck for more than nine minutes.
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Federal civil rights charges filed against ex-cops in George Floyd's death
The new charges come as Derek Chauvin awaits sentencing on his murder and manslaughter convictions.
Federal charges for 4 former officers
A federal grand jury has indicted Derek Chauvin and three other former Minneapolis police officers on charges of willfully violating George Floyd's civil rights during the arrest which led to his death. Kirk Burkhalter. a professor of law at New York Law School and former NYPD detective, joins CBSN to discuss the case.
Federal grand jury indicts 4 ex-officers
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted Derek Chauvin, the fired Minneapolis police officer convicted in the death of George Floyd, and three other former officers on civil rights charges. Chauvin is also facing charges in another incident. CBS News chief justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN with more.
Civil rights charges in George Floyd's death
A federal grand jury in Minnesota has indicted Derek Chauvin, the fired Minneapolis officer convicted in the death of George Floyd, and three other former officers on civil rights charges. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has more on the breaking news.
Ben Crump "optimistic" about police reform
Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill are negotiating police reform legislation. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who recently met with lawmakers along with family members of George Floyd and others, joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
Derek Chauvin seeks new trial in George Floyd case
The filing comes just weeks after a jury convicted Chauvin of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
Derek Chauvin lawyer files motion for new trial
Derek Chauvin's lawyer has filed a motion for a new trial in the murder of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin's prosecutors speak to 60 Minutes
Scott Pelley speaks with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and the prosecutorial team that convicted Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.
Police reform in the wake of Chauvin verdict
Derek Chauvin's murder trial has magnified the debate over prosecuting police officers. Adam Serwer, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joins CBSN to discuss the obstacles to and debate over police reform.
Emotional testimony in day 3 of Chauvin trial
As testimony continues in the Derek Chauvin murder trial, witnesses have expressed disbelief and guilt over the death of George Floyd. During his testimony, one witness broke down in tears as he watched and recounted his interaction with Floyd as he was pinned to the ground in bodycam footage. Jamie Yuccas has been following the case and has the details.
George Floyd remembered at Easter service
Easter Sunday is supposed to have a message of redemption, but the mood is heavy amongst churchgoers near the site of George Floyd's death. The murder trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin enters its second week as the city's residents reflect on what justice means for them. Jamie Yuccas has the details.
Chauvin defense says Floyd admitted drug use
The defense attorney for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin may have planted a seed of doubt in jurors' minds as prosecutors present their case. The state is trying to prove that George Floyd died from Chauvin's knee on his neck, while the defense says Floyd's death was due to his drug use. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Defense casts doubt on Floyd's cause of death
In the Derek Chauvin trial, a forensics expert testified on behalf of the defense to cast doubt over what killed George Floyd. Dr. David Fowler says carbon monoxide poisoning is one of several factors that contributed to Floyd's death. Jamie Yuccas is following the trial in Minneapolis.
Chauvin verdict brings a moment of accountability
George Floyd's death sparked a reckoning over race and injustice in America. While there is still a long way to go, the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin's trial brought a measure of justice that many believe has been long delayed. Norah O'Donnell reflects on the last year.
Lieutenant: Chauvin did not use authorized restraint
Witness testimony continues in Derek Chauvin's murder trial for the death of George Floyd, with testimony from police department training officials. Binny Miller, a law professor and co-director of the Criminal Justice Clinic at American University Washington College of Law, joins CBSN with analysis of the trial so far.
Expert testifies Chauvin used too much force
Family members of George Floyd continue to hope for justice as nine current or former Minneapolis police officers and several other experts have testified against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial. Jamie Yuccas reports
Derek Chauvin trial: Witnesses testify on Day 12
The state of Minnesota has rested its case against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial in the George Floyd case. Now, the defense has begun to call its witnesses. Judith Browne Dianis of the Advancement Project joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with her analysis.
George Floyd's brother testifies at trial
George Floyd's brother Philonise took the stand at the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. He shared stories with jurors about growing up with his big brother. Jamie Yuccas has the emotional testimony.
Derek Chauvin's attorneys rest their case
Security is ramping up in Minneapolis as the Derek Chauvin trial for the death of George Floyd heads into closing arguments on Monday. Chauvin decided not to testify and the defense rested its case. Jamie Yuccas is following the trial.
Chauvin trial: Defense use-of-force expert testifies
Derek Chauvin's defense lawyer called a use-of-force expert on Tuesday who testified that the former Minneapolis police officer's actions while arresting George Floyd were reasonable. Attorney Jesse Weber joins CBSN AM with legal analysis of the latest testimony.
Preview of closing arguments in Chauvin trial
CBS News legal contributor and civil rights attorney Alexis Hoag discusses what to expect from the prosecution and defense as closing arguments begin Monday in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Closing arguments begin in Chauvin trial
National Guard troops are deployed throughout Minneapolis, working alongside state and city police officers. The jury will need to come to decisions on the three counts Derek Chauvin is facing in the death of George Floyd - second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Closing arguments to begin in Chauvin trial
After two weeks of testimony, closing arguments in the Derek Chauvin trial will begin on Monday. The final stages of the trial come as demonstrators protest the police killings of Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo. CBSN legal analyst Jessica Levinson explains what the consequences of an acquittal or guilty verdict could be.
Derek Chauvin found guilty on all charges
Derek Chauvin was led out of the courtroom in handcuffs after the jury found him guilty of unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. The family of George Floyd applauded the verdict but said this is only the first step in the right direction. Jamie Yuccas has been following the trial since the beginning.
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