Trump Administration Set To Execute The Most Prisoners In U.S. History

The Trump administration plans to execute five federal prisoners before the end of Trump's term, setting a record for executions during a presidential transition. Brandon Bernard's case has gained significant attention, with public figures and former jurors advocating for clemency. Despite this, his execution is scheduled to proceed. The future of the federal death penalty is uncertain, as President-elect Biden has expressed a desire to abolish it. The DOJ maintains that the executions are lawful and not politically motivated.

What record is the Trump administration set to break with its planned executions?

• Most executions in a single month

• First execution of a woman in 70 years

• Most executions during a transition period

• Most executions in a single year

What is a key argument made by Brandon Bernard's legal team?

• He was not involved in the crime

• He has already served enough time

• He was the mastermind behind the crime

• He did not shoot anyone and was not present for most of the crime

How many jurors have changed their stance on Bernard's death sentence?

• Seven

• Nine

• Three

• Five

What is President-elect Biden's position on the federal death penalty?

• He has no opinion

• He wants to expand it

• He supports it

• He wants to abolish it

According to the Death Penalty Information Center, what is the ratio of wrongful convictions to executions?

• 1 in 15

• 1 in 5

• 1 in 8.5

• 1 in 10