The Daily The Acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse
Nov 22, 2021
Julie Bosman, the Chicago bureau chief of The New York Times, provides her expert analysis on the controversial Kyle Rittenhouse trial. They discuss the complexities of self-defense laws in Wisconsin and the jury's decision that led to Rittenhouse's acquittal. Key moments from the trial, including testimonies from Gage Grosskreutz and Joseph Rosenbaum, reveal deep divisions over gun rights and societal implications. The podcast delves into the tense atmosphere during the protests and how these incidents reflect broader cultural tensions in America.
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Rosenbaum's Actions
- Joseph Rosenbaum, the first person shot, carried a clear plastic bag and was unarmed.
- Witnesses later testified that Rosenbaum was shouting, starting fires, and using racial epithets.
Rosenbaum's Mental State
- Rosenbaum's fiance testified that he hadn't taken his medication for bipolar disorder and depression.
- This testimony raised questions about Rosenbaum's mental state during the incident.
The First Shooting
- Richie McGinnis testified that Rosenbaum chased Rittenhouse, who yelled "friendly, friendly."
- Rosenbaum lunged for Rittenhouse's rifle before being shot.