Catholic, Interfaith Leaders Press Ohio Lawmakers to Abolish Death Penalty
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine, a Catholic, is expected to issue a statement on the death penalty after the May 5 primary election.
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Catholics Form Coalition Opposed to the Death Penalty Amid Execution Surge
In 2024, there were 25 people executed in the United States. In 2025, there have already been 44 executions, and three more are scheduled this month.
Catholic Bishop Calls Sheikh Hasina Death Sentence ‘One-Sided’ and ‘Abuse of Power’
Bishop Kubi described the verdict as an abuse of power.
Utah Seeks Death Penalty for Tyler Robinson in Charlie Kirk Murder
Robinson is charged with seven crimes, the most serious of which is aggravated murder.
Trump Backs Death Penalty in All Washington, DC, Murder Cases; Catholic Group Objects
The president did not make clear how he would impose such a requirement.
Where Does the United States Stand on Life Issues?
When it comes to unborn life, only 19 states in the U.S. protect unborn children from abortion during the first trimester of their lives. As far as assisted suicide goes, in 10 states as well as the District of Columbia, it is legal. And in about half of U.S. states, the death penalty is legal.
First Nitrogen Gas Execution in Louisiana Takes Place Amid Catholic Opposition
Catholic criticism centered on both the death penalty itself and the mode of execution.
Environmental Harm of Chemical Abortions Raises Concerns
Here is a roundup of recent abortion- and pro-life-related news:
Trump Signs Pro-Death-Penalty Order, Calls Capital Punishment an ‘Essential Tool’
The order directs the U.S. attorney general to actively pursue the death penalty in federal cases, particularly for murders of law enforcement officers and crimes committed by people residing in the country illegally, and encourages states to do the same.
Pope Francis Releases World Day of Peace Message, Renews Call to End Death Penalty
Coinciding with the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, the World Day of Peace was instituted by Pope Paul VI in 1968.
