Courts Delay 3 Federal Executions Set For This Week

The transcript discusses the delay of executions for three federal death row inmates, focusing on Lisa Montgomery's case. Her execution was postponed due to mental health concerns and legal challenges. The defense argues her severe mental illness makes her ineligible for the death penalty, while the DOJ claims there's no recent proof of incompetence. The Trump administration's execution spree is highlighted, with concerns about systemic issues in capital punishment. The political context, including President-elect Biden's opposition to the death penalty, is also discussed.

What was the reason for the delay in the executions of Cory Johnson and Dustin Higgs?

• They were granted clemency.

• They tested positive for COVID-19.

• Their cases were under review by the Supreme Court.

• They escaped from prison.

Why is Lisa Montgomery's execution considered particularly striking?

• She is the only woman on federal death row.

• Her execution was delayed due to a natural disaster.

• She was pardoned by the President.

• Her case was dismissed by the court.

What is the main argument of Lisa Montgomery's defense team against her execution?

• She was wrongly convicted.

• She has a severe mental illness.

• She has already served enough time.

• She has a terminal illness.

What stance has President-elect Joe Biden expressed regarding the death penalty?

• He supports the death penalty.

• He wants to increase the number of executions.

• He opposes the death penalty.

• He has no opinion on the death penalty.

What does Robert Dunham highlight as a significant issue with the Trump administration's execution spree?

• The executions were carried out too quickly.

• There are systemic problems with capital punishment.

• The executions were not publicized enough.

• The executions were too costly.