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George Floyd’s brother thanks Raiders for controversial tweet

“Let’s take this breath together in honor of my big brother who couldn’t. Let’s do it for George,” said Philonise Floyd.

The family of George Floyd has issued a statement to thank the Las Vegas Raiders for their tweet of support despite the widespread backlash.

Released through attorney Ben Crump, the statement was drafted by Philonise Floyd, George Floyd’s youngest brother, who was vocal throughout the trial.

“On behalf of our family, I would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Las Vegas Raiders organization and its leadership for their support of our family and for our nation’s ongoing pursuit of justice and equality for all,” Floyd said in the memo.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – APRIL 20: (L-R) Philonise Floyd, Floyd family attorney Ben Crump and the Rev. Al Sharpton raise their fists following today’s verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin on April 20, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The former Minneapolis police officer was found guilty on all three charges he faced in the death of George Floyd. (Photo by Nathan Howard/Getty Images)

He continued, “Now, more than ever, we must come together as one and continue on in this fight. For the first time in almost a year, our family had taken a breath. And I know that goes for so many across the nation and globe, as well. Let’s take this breath together in honor of my big brother who couldn’t. Let’s do it for George.”

The statement was sent out as a quote tweet, also sharing the controversial message created by the Raiders after the guilty verdict against Derek Chauvin was announced.

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