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Senate Condemns Commutation of Anthony George Battle's Death Sentence

The U.S. Senate expresses its condemnation of President Biden's decision to commute the death sentence of Anthony George Battle. It views this as undermining the rule of law and an insult to victims, highlighting that the convicted murdered his wife and then a correctional officer.
Key points
The Senate believes President Biden's decision undermines the rule of law and deprives victims of justice.
Anthony Battle was convicted of murdering his wife and subsequently murdered a correctional officer while serving a life sentence.
The Senate unequivocally condemns the commutation, citing the convict's lack of remorse and the President's alleged political motivations.
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Print number: 119_SRES_24
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-01-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution condemning the commutation of the death sentence of Anthony George Battle granted by President Biden on December 23, 2024.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_24.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Senate believes President Biden's decision undermines the rule of law and deprives victims of justice.
  • Anthony Battle was convicted of murdering his wife and subsequently murdered a correctional officer while serving a life sentence.
  • The Senate unequivocally condemns the commutation, citing the convict's lack of remorse and the President's alleged political motivations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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