House panel issues “unprecedented subpoena” in last-ditch effort to halt Texas execution of Robert Roberson
The committee’s move came after Roberson’s bid for clemency was denied Wednesday, putting his execution on track for Thursday.
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The committee’s move came after Roberson’s bid for clemency was denied Wednesday, putting his execution on track for Thursday.
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