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George Floyd, 5 Years Later

On this anniversary of Floyd’s murder by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, here are six pieces about why it happened — and what followed.

Analysis • 05.25.2025

Five Years After George Floyd’s Murder, Police Reforms Are Being Rolled Back

As reforms stall in some states, the U.S. Supreme Court just made it easier for police to be sued — and perhaps easier for police to defend themselves.

Closing Argument • 05.17.2025

“That Could Have Been Me”: The People Derek Chauvin Choked Before George Floyd

They describe an officer quick to use force and callous about their pain.

News • 02.02.2021

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