Judge rejects hate crime plea deal for man convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery

NPR | By Debbie Elliott

Published January 31, 2022 at 4:35 PM EST

A federal judge has rejected the hate crime charge against Travis McMichael, one of the white men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery.

Debbie Elliott

NPR National Correspondent Debbie Elliott can be heard telling stories from her native South. She covers the latest news and politics, and is attuned to the region's rich culture and history.

See stories by Debbie Elliott

SUSTAIN what matters. BUILD what’s next.

With federal funding eliminated, WKAR relies more than ever on community support to sustain essential services that remain freely available to everyone in mid-Michigan. Your support helps shape what comes next for public media in our region. The best way to support WKAR is by becoming a sustaining member today or by upgrading your current gift. Support WKAR TV Here | Support WKAR Radio Here.