Biden Commutes Death Row Sentences

Biden Commutes Death Row Sentences

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In his final weeks in office, President Biden announced the commutation of death sentences for 37 federal inmates, converting them to life sentences. This decision prevents the incoming administration from executing these prisoners. Biden acknowledged the severity of their crimes but emphasized his stance against the federal death penalty. However, three inmates, including Dylan Roof and Robert Bowers, were not spared. Biden's statement reflects his commitment to halting federal executions.

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