Florida executed its 13th prisoner on Tuesday evening, marking the highest number of executions in the United States for the year. This follows an increase in the state's use of the death penalty under Governor Ron DeSantis.
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Florida conducts 13th execution of the year
On August 19, 2026, Florida executed its 13th prisoner, leading the nation in executions this year. This trend aligns with Governor Ron DeSantis' increased focus on the death penalty.
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Florida carries out 13th execution this year amid DeSantis’ aggressive death penalty push
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