A federal judge in Louisiana has halted the state’s first death row execution using nitrogen gas, which was scheduled for next week. The inmate, Jessie Hoffman Jr., filed a lawsuit arguing that the method is cruel and unusual punishment and violates his religious beliefs. Louisiana officials plan to appeal the decision, as they aim to execute at least four individuals this year, following in the footsteps of Alabama’s use of nitrogen gas for executions.
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Full transcript of “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” July 27, 2025
On "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan discusses President Trump's efforts to refocus on his economic agenda amid distractions, including his criticisms of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell during a visit to the Fed. The episode features insights from key figures such as White House Budget Director Russell Vought, Senator Chris Van Hollen, and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, addressing topics like tariffs, higher education investigations, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎
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