Ivan Cantu Executed in Texas Despite Maintaining Innocence

Texas inmate Ivan Cantu was executed for a 2001 murder conviction despite maintaining his innocence, with supporters including Kim Kardashian and Martin Sheen pointing to new evidence and inconsistencies in the case. Cantu's appeals for commutation or delay were rejected, and his last-minute plea for a 30-day reprieve from Gov. Greg Abbott was unsuccessful. The case has gained renewed attention due to a podcast and public advocacy, with some jurors, celebrities, and politicians questioning the validity of the conviction.