LOS ANGELES - California Governor Gavin Newsom said on Nov 5 he was commuting all death sentences across the state to life imprisonment, in a move that will affect over 500 prisoners. Newsom, who is widely expected to make a run for the White House in 2028, said capital punishment was “incompatible»»»

World World California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of 548 prisoners to life imprisonment, saying capital punishment is "incompatible" with the state's values. California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks at a rally for democratic candidates Saturday, Sep 5, 2026, in Monroe, N.C. (»»»

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that he would commute all death sentences in the state to life imprisonment, a sweeping move affecting more than 500 death row inmates. Newsom, who is widely expected to make a run for the White House in 2028, said capital punishment was "incompatible»»»