Rep. Smith Issues Statement on Death of Floyd
June 02, 2020
June 02, 2020
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following statement:
The murder of George Floyd while in custody by a Minneapolis police officer demands justice--and an absolute recommitment by law enforcement and policymakers to always ensure that any person taken into custody is treated with respect, nonviolence and professionalism.
I watched the video of Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of Mr. Floyd who pleaded "I can't breathe" with horr . . .
The murder of George Floyd while in custody by a Minneapolis police officer demands justice--and an absolute recommitment by law enforcement and policymakers to always ensure that any person taken into custody is treated with respect, nonviolence and professionalism.
I watched the video of Derek Chauvin kneeling on the neck of Mr. Floyd who pleaded "I can't breathe" with horr . . .