(NPR) Jury Hears Opening Arguments In Derek Chauvin Trial

Jury Hears Opening Arguments In Derek Chauvin Trial

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The Hennepin County Government Center is pictured on the third day of jury selection in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin on March 11. The prosecution and defense made their opening arguments on Monday morning.



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