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People in Minneapolis took to the streets Tuesday to celebrate the verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who was found guilty in the death of George Floyd. Tampa-area leaders and organizations offered thoughts on the verdict. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL At about 5:10 p.m. Eastern Tuesday, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the May 2020 death of George Floyd. A 12-member jury in Minneapolis had deliberated for four hours on Monday and five more hours on Tuesday after a three week trial.
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Death threats and rule changes cause some to fear for the First Amendment in New Port Richey
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Racial strife has brought national attention to the Tampa Bay suburb of New Port Richey and now activists fear their voices are being silenced. Proposed rule changes to city meetings and a rash of death threats have some feeling the First Amendment is under fire in Pasco County.
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Before the cameras and recording equipment turned on, before the city council meeting’s official start, Mayor Rob Marlowe told the audience the council was “trying to keep everyone safe tonight.”