New book takes a deep dive into the life of judge who sentenced Ethel and Julius Rosenberg

New book takes a deep dive into the life of judge who sentenced Ethel and Julius Rosenberg – CBS News

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Ethel and Julius Rosenberg’s trial for espionage captured the nation’s attention in 1951. The judge in the case, Irving Robert Kaufman, sentenced the couple to death in an infamous decision. Now, Martin J. Siegel is taking a look at Kaufman’s life and reexamining his legacy. Michelle Miller has more.

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