Key facts
- The Army is preparing to carry out executions.
- There are four death-row inmates in the military.
- Executions would proceed if ordered by the president.
The U.S. Army is reportedly laying the groundwork to carry out executions for the military's four death-row inmates. This preparation is contingent on receiving an order from the president to proceed. An internal document indicates that the Army is taking steps to be ready for such a directive.