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Apr 2021
24m 51s

'Mama, I can't breathe': Witnesses recou...

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George Floyd’s death under police officer Derek Chauvin’s knee sparked global protests over race and policing. Now, the world is watching Chauvin’s murder trial. Minneapolis Public Radio’s Brandt Williams breaks down the key moments so far. 
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