ROBERT ROBERSON

Oct 25 2024CRIME

The Fate of Robert Roberson: A Political Battle in Texas

In Texas, a political fight is brewing over the fate of death row inmate Robert Roberson. Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are at odds with some Texas House lawmakers. At the heart of the dispute? Roberson's conviction and whether he's truly guilty. The case centers around the death of Roberson's daughter, with some lawmakers believing new evidenc...

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Oct 20 2024CRIME

Texas Law Stops Execution for 'Junk Science' Review

Robert Roberson's execution was halted in Texas due to a law aimed at stopping wrongful convictions based on faulty science. This law, passed in 2013, allows inmates to challenge their conviction if the evidence used against them is no longer credible. However, Roberson's case highlights issues with how the law has been interpreted by the state's highest criminal cou...

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Oct 19 2024CRIME

The Fight Over Robert Roberson's Fate: Texas Government Divided

In Texas, there's a big debate going on. It's about a man named Robert Roberson who was supposed to be executed. But now, some people think he might be innocent. This isn't just about whether he did something wrong or not. It's also about a fight between different parts of the Texas government. Robert was found guilty of hurting his baby daughter in 2003. Back then,...

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