Federal Death Penalty and Commutations
CNN Legal Analyst Elliot Williams believes the federal death penalty should be abolished and criticized President Biden for only commuting death sentences in cases that weren't well-known.
Key Points
- Williams believes the federal death penalty should be abolished
- He highlighted the inconsistency and flaws in the process
- Emphasized the importance of ensuring innocent people are not executed
Pros
- Brings attention to flaws in the federal death penalty process
- Raises concerns about political sensitivity in commuting death sentences
Cons
- Criticism towards President Biden's approach to commuting death sentences