Gov. Abbott pardoning Daniel Perry is an all-time low

(Texas Legislative Black Caucus) – I am outraged and speechless. The blatant hypocrisy in this decision is beyond comprehension. Daniel Perry was found guilty in April 2023 of fatally shooting Garrett Foster, who was peacefully attending a Black Lives Matter protest in Austin following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. Perry was sentenced to 25 years in prison for this cold-blooded murder. Yet, a mere day after Perry’s conviction, Abbott requested the parole board investigate and recommend a potential pardon for Perry. Related Stories This is an all-time low, even for the governor. The evidence presented at trial included private messages and social media posts from Perry discussing what qualifies as a “good shoot” and various protest shootings. Despite this clear evidence of premeditation and malice, the governor is attempting to excuse Perry’s heinous actions. Regardless of what anyone says, Daniel Scott Perry murdered Garrett Foster in cold blood. This pardon not only undermines the justice system but also sends a chilling message that politically motivated violence is acceptable. This decision is a slap in the face to the Foster family, the Black Lives Matter movement and to all who believe in justice and equality. Abbott’s actions are not...