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President Biden has commuted the sentences of 37 of the current 40 death row inmates. AP Images

Biden commutes sentences of 37 of 40 federal death row inmates

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President Biden commutes the sentences of most federal death row inmates. Calling it a “common sense revolution,” President-elect Donald Trump delivers a rally-style speech about the transition and policy, less than a month from taking office. And two big-name auto companies officially announce plans to join forces. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Monday, Dec. 23, 2024. Biden commutes sentences of 37 of 40 federal death row inmates President Joe Biden granted clemency to almost all the inmates on federal death row Monday morning, Dec. 23. Now, the sentences of 37 of the 40 people facing death will be commuted to…

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