Texas Supreme Court Allows Execution of Robert Roberson Despite Subpoena

The Texas Supreme Court ruled that a Texas House committee could not use a subpoena to halt the execution of Robert Roberson, convicted for the 2002 death of his daughter, Nikki. The committee sought to delay the execution to investigate the use of "junk science" in his trial, but the court found this overstepped legislative authority. Roberson's execution was temporarily paused, but the court's decision allows it to proceed. The case has sparked debate over the validity of shaken baby syndrome and legislative versus executive powers.