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Biden Considers Commuting Sentences of Federal Death Row Inmates

President Biden is reportedly looking to commute the sentences of most men on federal death row, challenging incoming President Trump's plans.

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Updated: Dec 21st, 2024, 2:41 AM ET

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As President Biden potentially commutes the sentences of nearly all 40 inmates on federal death row, he faces decisions influenced by recommendations from Attorney General Merrick Garland and recent appeals from Pope Francis. This move aims to end the federal death penalty and could occur by Christmas. Notable inmates possibly excluded from commutation are well-known killers such as Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and Dylann Roof. The outcome could influence ongoing and future federal prosecution cases regarding capital punishment.

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