President Biden's commutation of federal death row sentences
President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row, including child killers and mass murderers, to life in prison without parole, citing his opposition to the death penalty. He left out three notorious fiends, including the Boston Marathon bomber and the Charleston church shooter.
Key Points
- Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row to life in prison without parole
- He excluded three notorious criminals from the commutation
- Biden cited his opposition to the death penalty as the reason for his decision
Pros
- Ends the use of the death penalty at the federal level
- Shows compassion and mercy towards individuals on death row
Cons
- Controversial decision due to the serious crimes committed by the individuals receiving clemency