America is seeing an uptick in executions
Summary
Executions in the United States have increased recently, especially in Florida, which has led the country with many executions in 2025 and 2026. President Donald Trump supported the use of the death penalty during his administration, while the current administration has paused federal executions.Key Facts
- Florida executed its 14th prisoner in 2025, continuing a recent rise in executions after the COVID-19 pandemic.
- In 2025, 47 people were executed in the U.S., with 19 of them in Florida.
- In 2026, 24 executions have happened so far, with 10 more planned.
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed many death warrants, leading to a level of executions not seen in decades.
- President Trump issued an order encouraging more use of the death penalty and ensuring states have lethal injection drugs.
- The Biden administration put a stop (moratorium) to federal executions and reduced sentences for many on federal death row.
- The number of death sentences given by courts is decreasing, with more juries choosing life sentences instead of death.
- Public opinion is mixed: Gallup shows support for the death penalty is at its lowest since 1972, while Pew Research finds 66% support it for murder convictions but most doubt its effect as a crime stopper.
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