Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury

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View in Browser Supreme Court rules for Black death row inmate from Mississippi over racial bias in makeup of jury May 28, 2026 By a 5-4 vote, the justices sided with Terry Pitchford, who was sentenced to death in the killing of a grocery store owner. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.