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clemency

[klem-uhn-see] / ˈklɛm ən si /


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Recent history has displayed the pitfalls of trying to hit a target number for clemency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Before leaving office, former president Joe Biden gave clemency to 37 of the 40 federal death row prisoners.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

At the time of her February deposition, Maxwell’s attorney David Oscar Markus said she would offer the “unfiltered truth” if granted clemency by Trump.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

In response, Battle’s daughter not only forgave Burton, but has become an active advocate for his clemency.

From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026

He knows letters have been written on his behalf, asking for clemency.

From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti




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