South Carolina Resumes Execution Schedule After Holiday Hiatus

The Associated Press

Following a brief pause for the Christmas holidays, South Carolina's Supreme Court has scheduled its next execution for January 31. The state is now working to clear a backlog of pending executions, with the aim of resuming its capital punishment schedule. As the state navigates this complex process, issues surrounding death penalty and execution methods are likely to come under scrutiny. With the use of capital punishment remaining a contentious issue, South Carolina's approach will be closely watched. Key aspects such as lethal injection and execution protocols will be under examination. The state's actions are part of a broader national debate on the death penalty.