Event Brief
Justice Department readopts firing squad execution
Filed: Apr 24, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: The Justice Department said it is readopting the firing squad as a method of execution.
WHO: Justice Department
WHAT: said it is readopting the firing squad as a means of execution
WHEN: Apr 24, 2026 at 12:02 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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