Governor Northam, other politicians react to verdict in Derek Chuavin murder trial
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and last updated 2021-04-20 18:22:36-04
Former police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty Tuesday of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter in the May 2020 death of George Floyd.
This case has gained nationwide coverage and local, state, and federal politicians have reacted to the verdict.
Governor Northam issued the following statement on the verdict:
âThe life of George Floyd matters. He should still be alive today, and no courtroom decision can bring him back. But this decision is an important step. It is a step towards accountability for police. It is a step towards justiceâfor George Floyd, for his family, for his community, and for our entire country.