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Kyle Rittenhouse case: Why it so divides the US

Kyle Rittenhouse case Why it so divides the US
Few US trials in recent years have generated such debate and acrimony. Why this one?

Kyle Rittenhouse's acquittal hinged on the specific details of Wisconsin's self-defence laws, taking into account Mr Rittenhouse's state of mind at the moment of shootings. The first occurred when Joseph Rosenbaum tried to grab Mr Rittenhouse's gun, the next two after two men - one of whom was armed - confronted Mr Rittenhouse following Rosenbaum's shooting.

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