Biden Granted Clemency to 37 Death Row Inmates, While Trump Imposed Lifelong Suffering.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 11 2025
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Source: WSJ
Biden's Actions: Former President Joe Biden commuted the death sentences of 37 convicted murderers shortly before leaving office.
Trump's Response: After taking office, President Trump reversed Biden's commutations, effectively imposing life sentences that critics describe as a "living hell."
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
