Death Penalty Surge Amid Waning Support
Update: 2025-12-29
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2025 saw a surge in U.S. executions, despite plummeting public support for the death penalty. Florida led the increase, while new death sentences and death row numbers decreased. Gallup poll showed 52% backing capital punishment, highest opposition since 1966. Juries denied death sentences more often, especially among younger, independent, and Democratic groups. Controversial new methods like nitrogen gas and firing squads were introduced, raising questions about fairness, safety, and the death penaltys relevance amidst evolving public views.
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