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House Democrat blasted after early release law freed inmates later charged with murder
Friday, July 31, 2026
Rep. Nellie Pou sponsored legislation during the COVID-19 pandemic that resulted in the early release of over 6,000 inmates. Multiple individuals released under this law were subsequently charged with murder, according to GOP members who have criticized the measure. The law allowed certain incarcerated individuals to be released early based on pandemic-related criteria.
