Joe Biden called on everyone to "express their views peacefully, consistent with the rule of law" after Kenosha's verdict.
"Violence and destruction of property have no place in our democracy", he stressed, adding that the White House and federal authorities "are in contact with the office of Wisconsin Governor Anthony Evers to prepare for any outcome in this case. "and that he offered" support and any assistance necessary to ensure public safety ".
"While the verdict in Kenosha will leave many Americans angry and worried, including myself, on the other hand we must recognize that the jury has spoken," he said in a statement.
"I ran - he continues - with the promise to reunite America, because I believe that what unites us is far greater than what divides us. I know that we will not heal the wounds of our country for a day. to the other but I remain firm in my commitment to do everything in my power to ensure that every American is treated fairly, with fairness and dignity, according to the law ".