Democratic AGs Call for DOJ Probe into Abbott's Pardon of Daniel Perry

Coalition urges investigation into civil rights violations after Texas governor pardons convicted murderer of BLM protester.

Fourteen Democratic attorneys general have requested the DOJ to investigate Daniel Perry's pardon.
Perry was convicted of murdering Garrett Foster during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest in Austin.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott pardoned Perry, citing 'stand your ground' laws.
AGs argue that the pardon could embolden future acts of violence at protests.
Concerns raised over Perry's racist and anti-Muslim messages and premeditated intent to incite violence.