I think the problem is that they overcharged him. There’s no way of denying the video evidence of excessive use of force and no way of denying that this contributed to Floyd’s death, but It’s not murder. They often overcharge when they want a show trial and it usually backfires on them.
I think Ellison wants to lose so they can keep the rioting going for a long time.
They overcharge in cases when they believe the accused will accept a plea bargain for the lesser charge,,in this case 3rd degree or manslaughter. However there is no chance the political climate would allow a plea bargain in this case. And the jury would be hard pressed to find him not guilty of the maximum for fear of more street violence in their community.
First, the venue has to be removed from Minneapolis. No way he could get a fair trial there. Any juror who said he knew nothing of the matter or had formed an opinion is a liar.