Biden commutes the sentences of nearly 1,500 people in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern history
Biden commuted sentences for 1,500 inmates and pardoned 39 nonviolent criminals, marking a historic clemency action.
US: Biden announces clemency for 1,500 people DW 12/12/2024
Biden's clemency action marks the largest single-day clemency in US history, reflecting a commitment to second chances for non-violent offenders.
Biden commutes nearly 1,500 sentences, pardons 39 people
Biden commuted nearly 1,500 sentences and pardoned 39 individuals, marking a significant act of clemency in US history.
Biden grants largest single-day clemency in US history, with 1,500 sentences commuted
Biden's clemency act aims to provide second chances for individuals convicted of nonviolent crimes, reflecting a commitment to criminal justice reform.
Biden Commutes Roughly 1,500 Sentences and Pardons 39 People in Biggest Single-Day Act of Clemency
Biden's clemency actions represent a historic push towards criminal justice reform and second chances for nonviolent offenders.
Biden Commuted the Sentences of 1,500 Americans, a One-Day Record
Biden granted pardons and commutations to 1,538 individuals, emphasizing second chances and the impacts of outdated legal standards.
Biden commutes the sentences of nearly 1,500 people in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern history
Biden commuted sentences for 1,500 inmates and pardoned 39 nonviolent criminals, marking a historic clemency action.
US: Biden announces clemency for 1,500 people DW 12/12/2024
Biden's clemency action marks the largest single-day clemency in US history, reflecting a commitment to second chances for non-violent offenders.
Biden commutes nearly 1,500 sentences, pardons 39 people
Biden commuted nearly 1,500 sentences and pardoned 39 individuals, marking a significant act of clemency in US history.
Biden grants largest single-day clemency in US history, with 1,500 sentences commuted
Biden's clemency act aims to provide second chances for individuals convicted of nonviolent crimes, reflecting a commitment to criminal justice reform.
Biden Commutes Roughly 1,500 Sentences and Pardons 39 People in Biggest Single-Day Act of Clemency
Biden's clemency actions represent a historic push towards criminal justice reform and second chances for nonviolent offenders.
Biden Commuted the Sentences of 1,500 Americans, a One-Day Record
Biden granted pardons and commutations to 1,538 individuals, emphasizing second chances and the impacts of outdated legal standards.
Biden commutes the sentences for 1,500 people, the largest act of clemency in a day
Biden's clemency announcements signify a significant shift towards rehabilitation and addressing sentencing disparities in the U.S. criminal justice system.
Biden Is Pardoning Nearly 1,500 Americans, a Record for a U.S. President
Biden's clemency actions aim to reunite families and reintegrate individuals, underscoring a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Menendez Brothers Clemency Decision Is on Hold, Newsom Says
Governor Newsom defers clemency decision for Menendez brothers until new DA completes case review. Incoming DA's stance may influence resentencing efforts.
Biden commutes roughly 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people in biggest single-day act of clemency
President Biden granted historic clemency, commuting 1,500 sentences, emphasizing second chances for individuals with nonviolent offenses during the pandemic.
Another Trump Clemency Recipient Is Accused of Domestic Violence
Trump's clemency decisions face scrutiny as Jaime Davidson, a beneficiary, is convicted of domestic violence after being freed from a life sentence.
Republican Governor Commutes Sentence of Ex-Cop Imprisoned for Killing Black Man
Governor Mike Parson granted clemency to a former detective convicted of manslaughter in a controversial shooting, raising significant public and political concerns.
Biden commutes the sentences for 1,500 people, the largest act of clemency in a day
Biden's clemency announcements signify a significant shift towards rehabilitation and addressing sentencing disparities in the U.S. criminal justice system.
Biden Is Pardoning Nearly 1,500 Americans, a Record for a U.S. President
Biden's clemency actions aim to reunite families and reintegrate individuals, underscoring a major shift in criminal justice policy.
Menendez Brothers Clemency Decision Is on Hold, Newsom Says
Governor Newsom defers clemency decision for Menendez brothers until new DA completes case review. Incoming DA's stance may influence resentencing efforts.
Biden commutes roughly 1,500 sentences and pardons 39 people in biggest single-day act of clemency
President Biden granted historic clemency, commuting 1,500 sentences, emphasizing second chances for individuals with nonviolent offenses during the pandemic.
Another Trump Clemency Recipient Is Accused of Domestic Violence
Trump's clemency decisions face scrutiny as Jaime Davidson, a beneficiary, is convicted of domestic violence after being freed from a life sentence.
Republican Governor Commutes Sentence of Ex-Cop Imprisoned for Killing Black Man
Governor Mike Parson granted clemency to a former detective convicted of manslaughter in a controversial shooting, raising significant public and political concerns.
Filipina goes home after 15 years on death row in Indonesia DW 12/18/2024
Mary Jane Veloso has returned to the Philippines after being on death row for 15 years, seeking clemency from the president.
Mary Jane Veloso, Filipina nearly executed in Indonesia, arrives home
Mary Jane Veloso, after nearly 15 years on death row in Indonesia, returns to the Philippines where she seeks clemency while still serving a life sentence.
Filipina goes home after 15 years on death row in Indonesia DW 12/18/2024
Mary Jane Veloso has returned to the Philippines after being on death row for 15 years, seeking clemency from the president.
Mary Jane Veloso, Filipina nearly executed in Indonesia, arrives home
Mary Jane Veloso, after nearly 15 years on death row in Indonesia, returns to the Philippines where she seeks clemency while still serving a life sentence.
Biden Faces Last-Minute Push to Clear Death Row Before Trump Restarts Executions
Biden faces pressure to commute death sentences for 40 federal inmates in response to Trump's previous executions and growing opposition to capital punishment.
Calls mount for Biden to spare federal death row inmates before Trump retakes office
Biden is urged to use clemency powers to save 40 federal death row inmates before Trump's potential return to power.
Activists slam Biden for pardoning turkeys, not those on federal death row
Biden pardons turkeys while ignoring federal death row, prompting calls for commutation of sentences before his term ends.
Mother Who Lost Son in "Kids for Cash" Scheme Slams Biden's Clemency for Judge
Biden's clemency for corrupt Judge Conahan has drawn outrage, especially from Democrats and victims' families, reigniting trauma in the community.
Biden Faces Last-Minute Push to Clear Death Row Before Trump Restarts Executions
Biden faces pressure to commute death sentences for 40 federal inmates in response to Trump's previous executions and growing opposition to capital punishment.
Calls mount for Biden to spare federal death row inmates before Trump retakes office
Biden is urged to use clemency powers to save 40 federal death row inmates before Trump's potential return to power.
Activists slam Biden for pardoning turkeys, not those on federal death row
Biden pardons turkeys while ignoring federal death row, prompting calls for commutation of sentences before his term ends.
Mother Who Lost Son in "Kids for Cash" Scheme Slams Biden's Clemency for Judge
Biden's clemency for corrupt Judge Conahan has drawn outrage, especially from Democrats and victims' families, reigniting trauma in the community.
Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden is unprecedented among modern clemency because of familial ties and its broad scope.
Despite previous statements, Biden's action may shape his legacy significantly.
Biden has pardoned his son Hunter. What does that mean?
President Biden unexpectedly pardoned his son Hunter for federal gun and tax convictions, despite previously pledging not to do so.
A nonprofit leader, a social worker: Here are the stories of the people on Biden's clemency list
Biden's clemency actions enable opportunities for individuals previously limited by felony convictions, reflecting a shift towards rehabilitation and second chances.
Joe Biden's Shortsighted Pardon of His Son
Biden's clemency for Hunter undermines his legacy and raises doubts about his commitment to the national interest.
Hunter Biden and the Future of Clemency
Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden is unprecedented among modern clemency because of familial ties and its broad scope.
Despite previous statements, Biden's action may shape his legacy significantly.
Biden has pardoned his son Hunter. What does that mean?
President Biden unexpectedly pardoned his son Hunter for federal gun and tax convictions, despite previously pledging not to do so.
A nonprofit leader, a social worker: Here are the stories of the people on Biden's clemency list
Biden's clemency actions enable opportunities for individuals previously limited by felony convictions, reflecting a shift towards rehabilitation and second chances.
Joe Biden's Shortsighted Pardon of His Son
Biden's clemency for Hunter undermines his legacy and raises doubts about his commitment to the national interest.
After Biden pardoned his son, advocates call on him to grant clemency for others
Over 130 organizations urge Biden to commute federal death row sentences amid concerns of Trump’s return to capital punishment.
Defense Lawyers in Missouri Scrambling to Halt Death Sentence
Marcellus Williams's case exemplifies legal complexities in death penalty appeals, spotlighting wrongful convictions and calls for clemency amid new court hearings.
'Governor, don't kill me for the heck of it': Oklahoma prisoner asks for clemency
Emmanuel Littlejohn expresses deep fear and regret as he faces execution for a crime he maintains he did not commit.
Oklahoma executes man despite parole board recommending life be spared
Littlejohn's execution underscores ongoing debates around the death penalty and its implementation in the United States.
Don't take his life': South Carolina man faces execution after state justice called his sentence invalid
Richard Moore's execution raises concerns over racial bias and the appropriateness of his death sentence given he was unarmed during the incident.
US: Black man convicted by all-white jury executed DW 11/02/2024
Richard Moore was executed in South Carolina despite claims of self-defense in a case marked by claims of racial discrimination and unfair jury practices.
After Biden pardoned his son, advocates call on him to grant clemency for others
Over 130 organizations urge Biden to commute federal death row sentences amid concerns of Trump’s return to capital punishment.
Defense Lawyers in Missouri Scrambling to Halt Death Sentence
Marcellus Williams's case exemplifies legal complexities in death penalty appeals, spotlighting wrongful convictions and calls for clemency amid new court hearings.
'Governor, don't kill me for the heck of it': Oklahoma prisoner asks for clemency
Emmanuel Littlejohn expresses deep fear and regret as he faces execution for a crime he maintains he did not commit.
Oklahoma executes man despite parole board recommending life be spared
Littlejohn's execution underscores ongoing debates around the death penalty and its implementation in the United States.
Don't take his life': South Carolina man faces execution after state justice called his sentence invalid
Richard Moore's execution raises concerns over racial bias and the appropriateness of his death sentence given he was unarmed during the incident.
US: Black man convicted by all-white jury executed DW 11/02/2024
Richard Moore was executed in South Carolina despite claims of self-defense in a case marked by claims of racial discrimination and unfair jury practices.
Menendez brothers to return to court Dec. 11 after nearly 35 years behind bars
Possibility of the Menendez brothers being resentenced opens the door for potential release after decades of imprisonment.
Menendez brothers' freedom bid points to shifting attitudes on sex abuse
New evidence is prompting calls for leniency for the Menendez brothers, reflecting changing attitudes towards male sexual abuse victims since their original conviction.
Menendez brothers to seek clemency from Gov. Newsom
Mark Geragos is seeking clemency for the Menendez brothers hoping for their release by Thanksgiving, amidst new evidence and a pending resentencing.
Gov. Newsom will not make clemency decision for Menendez brothers until new DA reviews case
Gov. Newsom defers clemency decision on Menendez brothers until newly elected DA reviews the case.
Menendez brothers to return to court Dec. 11 after nearly 35 years behind bars
Possibility of the Menendez brothers being resentenced opens the door for potential release after decades of imprisonment.
Menendez brothers' freedom bid points to shifting attitudes on sex abuse
New evidence is prompting calls for leniency for the Menendez brothers, reflecting changing attitudes towards male sexual abuse victims since their original conviction.
Menendez brothers to seek clemency from Gov. Newsom
Mark Geragos is seeking clemency for the Menendez brothers hoping for their release by Thanksgiving, amidst new evidence and a pending resentencing.
Gov. Newsom will not make clemency decision for Menendez brothers until new DA reviews case
Gov. Newsom defers clemency decision on Menendez brothers until newly elected DA reviews the case.
In Texas, Execution Looms Despite Questions in Shaken Baby Case
The execution of Robert Roberson, an autistic man, is under scrutiny due to questionable shaken baby syndrome diagnosis and new evidence suggesting his innocence.
Fraud trial begins for California businesswoman who got clemency from Donald Trump
The trial centers on Adriana Camberos, accused of running a fraud scheme post-release from prison, involving product diversion and legal ambiguities.
Trump Gave Them a Second Chance. They Could Not Stay Out of Trouble.
Adriana Camberos leveraged family ties and legal connections to seek clemency from President Trump while emphasizing her innocence in a counterfeit scheme.