Florida's Executions Surge Under DeSantis | JQJO

Florida has executed a record-high nine people in 2025 under Governor Ron DeSantis, marking the highest number of executions in a single year since 1976 and contributing to a nationwide surge. This increase, placing the US on track to surpass 2015's execution total, follows a period of decline. Critics cite the governor's discretion and the potential influence of President Trump's stance on capital punishment. While supporters like Julie Andrew find closure, opponents, such as Suzanne Printy, continue advocating for the death penalty's abolishment.