A commutation vote for a convicted murderer has drawn attention to the policies of senate candidate John Fetterman. Fetterman's stance on crime and policing is being compared to that of his opponent, with some outlets noting differing views on issues like felony murder law and pardons. The status of commutations in Pennsylvania is uncertain, with some reports indicating they have been postponed indefinitely due to covid-19, while others suggest some prisoners may still have their life sentences commuted.