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Ramsey Orta, Man Who Recorded Video of Eric Garner's Arrest, Released From Prison
Ramsey Orta, the man who recorded the arrest that caused the death of Eric Garner, has been released from prison due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Selma' Star David Oyelowo Says Academy Voters Snubbed Film Due to Eric Garner Protest
David Oyelowo, Ava DuVernay, and other 'Selma' collaborators wore "I Can't Breathe" shirts to the film's premiere in 2014. This angered Academy members.

Daniel Pantaleo Sues to Get Job Back After Being Fired for Using Chokehold on Eric Garner
The NYPD officer was fired in August over the 2014 chokehold death of Eric Garner.


Eric Garner's Daughter Launches Petition Demanding Police Officer Who Killed Him Be Fired (UPDATE)
The victim's daughter, Emerald, has launched a petition on Change.org demanding that Daniel Pantaleo be fired from the NYPD.

Federal Officials Won’t File Charges Against Cop for Chokehold Death of Eric Garner
The NYPD is still determining whether it will fire the officer who killed Eric Garner.

NYPD Union Lawyers Claim Eric Garner Would've Died Anyway Due to Obesity
London's remarks were a part of a seven-day proceeding that took place at the NYPD headquarters.

Esaw Snipes Reflects on Deaths of Eric and Erica Garner: ‘It’s Still Surreal to Me’
Eric Garner's widow appeared on 'The View' to discuss a potential DOJ investigation and the dynamic between Eric and Erica Garner.

Eric Garner's Daughter, Erica Garner, Has Died
Erica Garner, the daughter of police chokehold victim Eric Garner, has passed away at the age of 27.

Daughter of Police Brutality Victim Eric Garner in Coma After Heart Attack (UPDATED)
Erica Garner, 27, has been heavily involved in social justice and activism in the wake of her father's death.

New York Civilian Review Board Recommends Disciplinary Action Against Officer Who Killed Eric Garner
Daniel Pantaleo, the NYPD officer who murdered Eric Garner, still has his job.

Eric Garner's Family Will Receive Nearly $4 Million From New York City
Members of Eric Garner's family are set to receive almost $4 million from the city of New York.

Investigator Forced to Resign for Leaking Info on NYPD Cop Who Killed Eric Garner
An investigator who leaked info on the white cop at the center of Eric Garner's controversial death has resigned.

5 Years After His Death, Trayvon Martin Still Impacts the Future of #BlackLivesMatter
From Emmett Till to Trayvon Martin, there's a long history of anti-Black racism and policing—and we're still grappling with it today.

How to Safely Defend Yourself From Police Brutality
Shaun Leonardo is teaching everyday people self-defense tactics that could save their lives if they’re attacked, even if their attacker is a cop.

Department of Justice Is Replacing the New York Team Investigating Eric Garner's Death
The Department of Justice has replaced the New York-based team of FBI agents and lawyers investigating the death of Eric Garner.

Eric Garner's Daughter to de Blasio: "Just Cause You Love Black P*ssy Don't Mean You Love Black Lives"
Eric Garner's daughter Erica criticizes NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio: "Just cause you love black pussy don't mean you love black lives."

The Fight Against Police Brutality Feels More Hopeless Than Ever
On the same day the Mothers of the Movement appeared on the DNC stage, Freddie Gray's case was closed with no charges against Baltimore officers.