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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, December 9th 2024 at 15:41 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Everyone from Richard Branson to the Pope wants Biden to act on death row before Trump can - Pope Francis spoke about the situation on Sunday. His prayer was closely followed by the release of a series of open letters on Monday from leaders including Branson,

The article discusses the urgent calls from various high-profile figures, including Richard Branson and Pope Francis, urging President Joe Biden to take action on death row cases before the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency. These figures are particularly concerned about the case of Richard Glossip, who has been on Oklahoma's death row for over two decades for a murder he claims he did not commit. Despite numerous issues with his conviction, including prosecutorial misconduct and unreliable witness testimony, Oklahoma's Attorney General has recommended clemency, but the state's Pardon and Parole Board has not yet acted. The fear is that if Trump, who has historically supported capital punishment, returns to office, the chances of clemency or a stay of execution for Glossip and others could diminish significantly. The article highlights the broader implications of this case on the U.S. justice system and the moral debate surrounding the death penalty.

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