1 – Who is Jussie Smollett? What did he claim happened to him in Chicago in 2019? Explain the circumstances of events. According to the FBI definition why is Jussie Smollett alleged to have been the victim of a hate crime?
2 – What caused the investigation to shift to Jussie Smollett? What was he charged with? In your opinion and understanding of the FBI’s definition of hate crime should he have been arrested?
3 – Summarize the trial – highlight key points. What was the verdict? Do you agree?
