Majority Leader Schumer Statement On Conviction Of Derek Chauvin For Murder Of George Floyd

Washington, D.C. –  Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) released the following statement after Officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of murder in the death of George Floyd:  

“I am thankful for George Floyd’s family, friends, and loved ones that justice has been served. Our country was forever changed by the horrendous video of Derek Chauvin killing Mr. Floyd in cold blood.  This guilty verdict serves as an official proclamation of what so many of us have known for nearly a year: George Floyd was murdered by an officer who was sworn to protect and serve.

“However, we should not mistake a guilty verdict in this case as evidence that the persistent problem of police misconduct has been solved or that the divide between law enforcement and so many of the communities they serve has been bridged. We must remain diligent in our efforts to bring meaningful change to police departments across the country. The Senate will continue that work as we strive to ensure George Floyd’s tragic death will not be in vain.” 

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