Tucker Makes Absurd Argument Affirmative Action Led to Tyre Nichols’ Death

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Carlson based the assertion on the fact that two of the Memphis officers were hired after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Published Jan. 30 2023 11:38PM EST

Tucker Carlson claimed Monday that “affirmative action” hiring decisions made by the Memphis Police Department contributed to the death of Tyre Nichols, who was beaten by several officers earlier this month.

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William Vaillancourt

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Tucker Makes Absurd Argument Affirmative Action Led to Tyre Nichols’ Death

Carlson based the assertion on the fact that two of the Memphis officers were hired after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

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William Vaillancourt