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Derek Chauvin refuses to testify as murder trial winds down

Derek Chauvin refuses to testify as murder trial heads into closing arguments

04/15/2021

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Derek Chauvin refuses to testify as murder trial winds down

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Derek Chauvin refuses to testify as murder trial heads into closing arguments

The trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged with murder in the death of George Floyd last May, is nearing its conclusion. The trial is being watched closely all around the country and internationally. The defense finished calling its witnesses Thursday, and Chauvin opted not to testify. Special correspondent Fred De Sam Lazaro has our latest update on the case.

04/15/2021

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