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Texas Governor Pushes for Pardon of Army Sergeant Convicted of Murder in Protest Shooting

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Texas Governor Pushes for Pardon of Army Sergeant Convicted of Murder in Protest Shooting
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott is seeking a pardon for U.S. Army Sergeant Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murder in the fatal shooting of an armed protester during protests against police violence and racial injustice in 2020. Perry's attorneys argued that the shooting was self-defense, while prosecutors said Perry could have driven away before firing his revolver. Perry faces up to life in prison when sentenced. Abbott is asking the state Board of Pardons and Paroles to recommend a pardon and to expedite his request.

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