Trump funding cut shuts Minnesota wrongful conviction unit
#WrongfulConvictions #TrumpAdministrationMinnesota AG Keith Ellison shut down the Conviction Review Unit after Trump administration denied federal grant renewal. The program investigated wrongful convictions since 2021. Ellison cited budget constraints and inability to absorb costs without harming core responsibilities. read more
DNAs Justice Paradox: Freedom for Few, Bars for Many
#WrongfulConvictions #DNAEvidenceDNA evidence can prove innocence but is often unavailable, leaving many wrongfully convicted without recourse. The U.S. and China prioritize proving factual innocence for compensation, which risks legitimizing unjust systems and denying broader justice. read more
Debate Over Shaken Baby Syndrome in Texas Execution Case
#ShakenBabySyndrome #WrongfulConvictionsRobert Roberson, a Texas man, could be the first in the U.S. to be executed over shaken baby syndrome diagnosis. Debate continues over whether the diagnosis is scientifically sound, with critics claiming wrongful convictions. Supporters argue Roberson's innocence, citing new evidence of his daughter's death from pneumonia. read more
#MissouriJudges #WrongfulConvictions
Missouri judges overturned two recent murder convictions, finding "actual innocence." The AG's persistence, seen as a political move for tough-on-crime image, blocks their release. Bailey's legal battles against these rulings raise concerns about justice and adherence to court decisions. read more