The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the execution of Christa Pike to proceed after an appeals court had previously paused it. The delay was due to the court's consideration of Pike's claim that her experiences of sexual abuse during childhood should be taken into account when determining her punishment.
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Supreme Court permits execution of Tennessee woman following appeal delay
The U.S. Supreme Court has decided to proceed with the execution of Christa Pike, which had been delayed by an appeals court. The court was reviewing Pike's argument that her childhood sexual abuse should influence her sentencing.
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