Multiple Executions Raise Controversy in US

Recent executions in the U.S. have reignited debates over the death penalty, with two inmates executed on the same night, bringing the total to 18 this year. Alabama used nitrogen gas for its execution method, while Oklahoma carried out a lethal injection. Among the executed was Marcellus Williams, whose death faced objections from the victim's family who sought clemency, and Travis Mullis, convicted for the brutal murder of his infant son. Both men made final statements reflecting their beliefs and circumstances before their deaths. The executions highlight the complex emotional landscape surrounding the death penalty, including traditional practices like last meals and final words, with many condemned individuals expressing their innocence or gratitude in their last moments. The controversies surrounding these recent executions have intensified discussions on the future of capital punishment in the U.S.