Former officer Derek Chauvin faces 20 to 25 years for violating George Floyd's civil rights

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will be sentenced Thursday afternoon for violating George Floyd’s civil rights. He faces between 20 and 25 years.

This is a morning update for Thursday, July 7 from MPR News, hosted by Cathy Wurzer. Music by Gary Meister.

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