DeSantis cancels execution of Florida inmate claiming dementia

Execution scrutiny grows worldwide

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Grace Hanna, executive director of Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty, pointed to growing international focus on capital punishment following a failed execution in Tennessee.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee halted executions and ordered an independent probe after state officials failed to execute Christa Pike on Sept. 30.

Advocates warned Florida could face a similar situation due to Thompson’s poor physical health and compromised veins.

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Thompson’s defense attorneys filed a federal lawsuit seeking adequate medical treatment for his terminal and cognitive conditions.

Robertson remains scheduled for execution Tuesday at Florida State Prison.