Florida is set to carry out 18th execution this year, moving closer to tying record

A local news story from Pennsylvania, reported by WTAE Pittsburgh.

Local News · Pennsylvania · October 20, 2026

From WTAE Pittsburgh

Florida is set Tuesday to carry out its 18th execution of the year under Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis ’ aggressive use of the death penalty in his final term.

Reported by WTAE Pittsburgh, October 20, 2026. Read the full story at WTAE Pittsburgh →

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