By: Alyssa Wilson The trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is set to begin Monday.  Chauvin was initially charged with second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter for the death of George Floyd. The third-degree murder charge was reinstated during the start of the jury selection process.  RELATED: Derek Chauvin trial: Full jury selected, opening arguments set for March 29 While jurors were being selected, the city of Minneapolis reached a $27 million settlement with Floyd's family.  After the announcement, Chauvin's lawyers requested that the trial be moved or delayed.  RELATED: George Floyd: Derek Chauvin's lawyers ask for trial delay, cites $27M […]

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