AG Announces Civil Rights Investigation Into George Floyd's Death

The DOJ has announced an investigation into potential civil rights violations in George Floyd's death. The House Judiciary Committee had previously urged the DOJ to investigate police handling of the deaths of Floyd, Ahmad Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. These incidents have sparked national outrage. Floyd died after a police officer knelt on his neck, Taylor was shot in her apartment, and Arbery was killed by a former officer. The Judiciary Committee is considering legislation to address racial profiling and excessive force by police.

What prompted the House Judiciary Committee to call for an investigation by the Justice Department?

• The announcement of a new federal law

• The resignation of a police chief

• The handling of the deaths of George Floyd, Ahmad Arbery, and Breonna Taylor

• A recent Supreme Court ruling

Which event led to widespread outrage across the country?

• The deaths of three black Americans: George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmad Arbery

• The release of a controversial movie

• The election of a new president

• A natural disaster in the Midwest

How did George Floyd die?

• In a house fire

• In a car accident

• Due to a medical condition

• After a police officer knelt on his neck

What was the focus of the letter sent to the DOJ by lawmakers?

• Requesting a public holiday

• Proposing a new tax law

• Investigating police actions in the deaths of Floyd and Taylor for unconstitutional conduct

• Requesting more funding for police departments

What legislative measures did the House Judiciary Committee consider?

• Building more prisons

• Increasing police salaries

• Addressing police racial profiling and excessive use of force

• Reducing taxes for law enforcement officers