From 'Instead, the task of defending Bradley fell to Erving, who shrugged that it's probably a debatable issue, but knowing Sen.', can we conclude that 'Erving became responsible for Bradley's defense.' is unrelated and maintains neutrality?
Instead, the task of defending Bradley fell to Erving, who shrugged that it's probably a debatable issue, but knowing Sen.###Erving became responsible for Bradley's defense.