Next trial date: June 29
In addition, judge Jeannice Reding named a number of other conditions for Chauvin’s temporary release: the released policeman must not leave the state of Minnesota on release, must not contact the Floyd family, and must hand over firearms in his possession. The next trial date was set for June 29.
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It was announced a few days ago that the former police officers involved in Floyd’s violent death could also be released on bail soon. They would also have to deposit a million dollars as security. Should the men accept certain conditions, including a ban on contacts Floyd’s family, the total would be reduced to $ 750,000.
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During the police operation, officer Derek Chauvin had pressed his knee on Floyd’s neck for almost nine minutes – despite all requests from the 46-year-old to let him breathe. He now has to answer for a second degree murder in court, according to the warrant. This is up to 40 years in prison in Minnesota. He is also accused of third-degree murder, which can result in up to 25 years in prison.
Since it became known, the case has triggered nationwide demonstrations and sometimes even riots. A major concern of the hundreds of thousands of peaceful demonstrators is justice for the late African American. This also includes appropriate punishment for the police officers involved.
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Trump calls for equal treatment
President Trump has also repeatedly commented on Floyd’s death. He has called on the police across the country to treat all citizens equally, regardless of their skin color. “That’s what our constitution requires, and that’s what our country is about,” Trump said on Friday at a White House appearance given the surprising drop in the US unemployment rate. Every American must be treated equally and fairly when encountering security forces.
Trump added, “Hopefully George is looking down now and saying,” This is a great thing that is happening in our country. “This is a great day for him. It is a great day for everyone.”
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Trump said the police operation in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Monday last week, which led to Floyd’s death, was unacceptable. “We have all seen what happened in the past week. We cannot allow that.”
Trump claimed: “Nobody has ever done what President Trump did for the black community.” Trump pointed to low pre-crisis unemployment among minorities among the corona pandemic and support for universities traditionally attended by blacks.
Trump has sharply condemned Floyd’s death on several occasions and emphasized the right to peaceful protests. However, he is accused of not clearly positioning himself against racism and of not showing enough understanding for the anger about discrimination and injustice in the country.
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