Today's Headlines: With Closing Arguments Finished, Chauvin’s Fate Is Now in Jury’s Hands

Authorities Did Not Try to Use 'Red Flag' Law for Indianapolis Gunman
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With Closing Arguments Finished, Chauvin's Fate Is Now in Jury's Hands

With Closing Arguments Finished, Chauvin's Fate Is Now in Jury's Hands

By Shaila Dewan, Tim Arango, Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs and John Eligon

The jury will be sequestered in a hotel during their deliberations over Derek Chauvin, who is charged with second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

Authorities Did Not Try to Use 'Red Flag' Law for Indianapolis Gunman

Authorities Did Not Try to Use 'Red Flag' Law for Indianapolis Gunman

By Campbell Robertson

Citing shortcomings of the state's "red flag" law, the local prosecutor explained why he did not seek a ruling last year that would have barred Brandon Hole from possessing guns.

Walter Mondale, Ex-Vice President and Champion of Liberal Politics, Dies at 93

Walter Mondale, Ex-Vice President and Champion of Liberal Politics, Dies at 93

By Steven R. Weisman

Under Jimmy Carter, he was the first V.P. to serve as a genuine partner of a president. His own run for the top position ended in a crushing defeat.

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Fleeing a Modern War, Syrians Seek Refuge in Ancient Ruins

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Fleeing a Modern War, Syrians Seek Refuge in Ancient Ruins

By Ben Hubbard and Ivor Prickett

So many people have fled to Syria's crowded northwest that families have settled in important archaeological sites. "We, too, have become ruins."

My Daughter and I Are Trapped in Brazil's Tragedy

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My Daughter and I Are Trapped in Brazil's Tragedy

By Vanessa Barbara

We spend our days watching ambulances, as Covid-19 rips through the country.

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Watching the Derek Chauvin Trial With Families Affected by Police Violence

By Nilo Tabrizy and Débora Souza Silva

What happened to George Floyd is the latest in a long line of incidents of police violence captured on camera. We watched the Chauvin trial with the families of Rodney King, Oscar Grant and Stephon Clark to see this moment in history through their eyes.

Prosecution Presents Rebuttal in Closing Arguments

Video Video: Prosecution Presents Rebuttal in Closing Arguments

By Court TV

Jerry Blackwell, a prosecutor in the trial of the former police officer Derek Chauvin, made closing arguments on Monday, urging jurors to use common sense to evaluate the evidence and find Mr. Chauvin guilty in the death of George Floyd.

Psaki Defends Cap on Immigration Set by Trump Administration

Video Video: Psaki Defends Cap on Immigration Set by Trump Administration

By Reuters

The White House press secretary, Jen Psaki, defended the administration's decision to cap the number of refugees allowed into the country. Ms. Psaki said the Biden administration planned to raise the cap by May 15.

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