Ben Shapiro and Elon Musk Back Campaign for Trump to Pardon Derek Chauvin

The push for a federal pardon of George Floyd's killer has sparked debate, with critics calling it a symbolic rejection of racial justice reforms.

Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro has launched a petition urging Donald Trump to pardon Derek Chauvin for federal civil rights violations related to George Floyd's 2020 death.
Elon Musk amplified Shapiro's call, drawing attention to the effort, though Trump can only pardon Chauvin's federal charges, not his state convictions.
Critics, including George Floyd's family and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, argue the campaign disrespects Floyd's memory and undermines the rule of law.
Chauvin is currently serving concurrent 20+ year sentences in federal custody after being convicted of murder in state court and pleading guilty to federal charges.
Supporters of the pardon claim Chauvin's trial was unfair and politically motivated, while detractors highlight the clear evidence and legal process behind his convictions.