National Guard at Hennepin County Courthouse, Derek Chauvin Trial

National Guard members stand security outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on March 7, 2021. This deployment occurred during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the murder of George Floyd. The presence of the National Guard was a response to concerns about potential unrest and protests related to the high-profile trial. The Hennepin County Government Center serves as a central hub for county administration and judicial proceedings.