But experts say the strategy may help at sentencing when the judge is asked for leniency.
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Ten death row inmates in Oklahoma could get new trials
The high court’s ruling last year determined a large swath of the state remains an American Indian reservation.
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What’s in an adjective? ‘Democrat Party’ label on the rise
Amid calls to dial back hyperpartisanship, two letters are among the obstacles standing in the way.
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Tribes without U.S. recognition at higher economic risk
The path is long, complicated and expensive.
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Swimming: Mt. Ararat caps off season with virtual KVAC meet
The Eagles hold their portion of the conference championship meet
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Archeologists find intact ceremonial chariot near Pompeii
The new find is the first unearthed in its entirety.
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Federal investigators pinpoint suspect in officer’s death at Capitol riot
The FBI obtains video that shows the person spraying a chemical substance on him and others.
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Golden Globes hosts to recruit Black members after outcry
The group has 87 members who are journalists, but none is Black.
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Lady Gaga’s dogs recovered safely after theft, shooting
The dog walker was shot once as he walked three of the singer’s bulldogs in Hollywood.
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Republicans test history in vote against pandemic relief
The scale of the economic devastation wrought by the coronavirus dwarfs that of the 2008 financial crisis.