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Gavin Newsom Issues Commutations for All 548 Californians Facing Execution

If approved by a state court, the number of people sentenced to death nationwide would drop by nearly a third.

Death Sentences • 11.05.2026

Gavin Newsom Could Reshape the U.S. Death Penalty, But It’s Politically Risky

More than 560 people still face death sentences in California, despite a longstanding moratorium on executions.

Death Sentences • 09.10.2026

Since Death Penalty’s Return 50 Years Ago, Missouri Executes Prisoners at High Rate

Over half of death row prisoners in Missouri have been executed. Nationally, the rate is 18%.

St. Louis • 07.29.2026

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