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24 Nov, 5 tweets, 2 min read
BREAKING: Three men found guilty of felony murder in death of Ahmaud Arbery. nbcnews.to/3DPW64B
The jury convicted Travis McMichael of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, false imprisonment and criminal attempt to commit a felony.

Gregory McMichael and William Bryan were acquitted of the top charge.

All now face up to life in prison.
NEW: President Biden says that while the guilty verdict in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery is a reflection of the justice system working, there is still much progress that needs to be made on racial justice. nbcnews.to/3rbtMGf
"While the guilty verdicts reflect our justice system doing its job, that alone is not enough," Biden said in a statement. "Instead, we must recommit ourselves to building a future of unity and shared strength, where no one fears violence because of the color of their skin."

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