AG Ellison takes over Zaria McKeever murder case following family outcry.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison for taking over the case of Zaria McKeever's killing from her office. Moriarty had offered plea deals to the two juveniles accused in McKeever's killing, which was criticized by McKeever's family and Ellison. Moriarty defended her decision, citing the science of juvenile behavior and the potential trauma the 15-year-old would face in prison. The case was assigned to Ellison's office after he requested it, and Walz used his executive authority to make the assignment.