"Controversial Executions: Ivan Cantu in Texas and Lethal Injection Halted in Idaho"

Ivan Cantu, who maintained his innocence, was executed in Texas for the 2000 murders of his cousin and his cousin's girlfriend, despite pleas from celebrities and politicians for a review of his case. Cantu's attorney did not submit a final appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, and his guilt was confirmed by the district attorney with "clear and powerful evidence." Questions about key witnesses and allegations of false testimony and questionable evidence were raised, but Cantu's requests for stays and appeals were ultimately denied. Despite advocacy efforts and last-minute pleas, Cantu was put to death by lethal injection.