President Trump announces his administration's plan to seek the death penalty for all murder cases in Washington, DC, igniting debates over legal hurdles and jury opinions in the capital.
In a bold move, President Trump announced that his administration will seek the death penalty for homicides in Washington, D.C., citing a supposed crime epidemic. However, recent data shows a decline in violent crime in the capital. This announcement raises questions about capital punishment's future in D.C., where it was previously nullified.
The case of Vance Boelter, charged with the murder of former Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman, could lead to the rare reinstatement of the death penalty in the state. Federal prosecutors have taken the lead, raising significant legal questions.
The execution of Mikal Mahdi in South Carolina was fraught with issues, as shooters missed their target, leading to a prolonged and painful death. Details reveal a breakdown in protocol and questions about the firing squad's competence.
In a dramatic arraignment, Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, as prosecutors seek the death penalty amidst claims of political bias and pretrial publicity concerns.
In a historic decision, the U.S. Supreme Court approved Louisiana's first execution using nitrogen gas. Jessie Hoffman Jr. is set to face death for a crime committed decades ago, reigniting fierce debates on capital punishment methods.
In a historic and controversial move, Louisiana begins the execution of death row inmate Jessie Hoffman using nitrogen gas, sparking debates on the future of capital punishment.
