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On the recordAugust 14, 2026
After deliberate consideration of Anthony Darrell Hines’ request for clemency, and after a thorough review of the case, I am upholding the sentence of the state of Tennessee and do not plan to intervene.
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Bill Lee
Republican · Tennessee

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Governor's statement on clemency request

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