Politicians, rights activists and family members and even world leaders reacted with jubilation and relief Tuesday as sacked Minneapolis policeman Derek Chauvin was convicted of the murder of George Floyd, a Black man who died when the officer knelt on his neck for more than nine minutes last year.
Here are some the immediate reactions following the announcement of the guilty verdicts on all three counts – second degree murder, third degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
White House
“Systematic racism is a stain on our nation’s soul ... No one should be above the law. Today’s verdict sends that message. But it’s not enough. We can’t stop here, ” said Biden during an evening address to the nation from the White House.
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