Williams' release from jail enraged many, who share dozens of examples of Black people who spent years in pre-trial detention for minor charges.

Many cited the case of Kalief Browder, who was held on Rikers Island for three years without trial on erroneous charges that he stole a backpack. Two of those years were spent in solitary confinement, and Browder committed suicide two years after his release.

Kalief Browder allegedly stole a backpack at 16, spent 3 yrs at Riker's Island without trial.

Riley Williams stole a laptop from Speaker Pelosi's office and tried selling it the Russians. She was released to her mother

There are two justice systems in America #BlackLivesMatter
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— Derenic Byrd (@DerenicByrd) January 22, 2021

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