Derek Chauvin Trial Live Updates: Chauvinâs Fate Is Now in the Juryâs Hands In closing arguments, the defense said there was no evidence that Mr. Chauvin âintentionally, purposefully applied an unlawful forceâ against George Floyd. The prosecution argued that Mr. Floyd is dead because âMr. Chauvinâs heart was too small.â Image Students gathered near the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis after walking out of classes to demand racial justice. The walkout coincided with closing arguments on Monday in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin.Credit...Victor J. Blue for The New York Times Key Updates: April 19, 2021, 6:27 p.m. ETApril 19, 2021, 6:27 p.m. ET