A conservative commentator has argued in an interview with Al Jazeera that the United States should reconsider capital punishment by reintroducing the firing squad as a method of execution, framing it as a return to historical practice. The suggestion comes amid ongoing debates over the ethics, legality, and effectiveness of the death penalty in the country. Supporters of capital punishment often cite retribution and deterrence as key justifications, while critics highlight concerns over wrongful convictions and moral objections. The proposal adds to broader discussions about reforming—or abolishing—harsh criminal justice measures in the U.S.
John Malcolm of the Meese Institute tells Al Jazeera that the US should ‘go back to a firing squad’.
