Legal and Political Maneuvers
A judge issued a temporary restraining order stopping 's execution, allowing him to testify at a hearing next week, following a bipartisan effort by Texas state lawmakers.
Despite the denying clemency, the and Texas Governor have yet to intervene, leaving Roberson's fate uncertain.
Scientific and Public Support
Roberson's case, centered around a shaken baby syndrome conviction, has garnered attention due to evolving scientific views on the diagnosis, with many now questioning its validity.
A coalition including medical experts, lawmakers, and even the detective who led the original investigation have spoken out, arguing for Roberson's innocence and the need for a reevaluation of his case.