Texas Attorney General Blocks Roberson Hearing

Texas death row inmate Robert Roberson's attempt to testify before a House committee regarding his conviction has been blocked once again by Attorney General Ken Paxton. The committee seeks to review Roberson's case, focusing on potential 'junk science' that may have influenced his conviction for the 2003 death of his daughter, with supporters arguing the evidence of shaken baby syndrome is unreliable. Paxton filed a motion to delay Roberson's testimony until January 13, claiming the subpoena was procedurally deficient and that the committee has not cooperated with efforts to allow Roberson to testify via video. Roberson's defense attorney expressed frustration over the obstruction, emphasizing her client's eagerness to present his case. The case has drawn bipartisan concern, especially after the Texas Supreme Court allowed lawmakers to hear Roberson's testimony if it does not interfere with scheduled executions. Roberson's execution, initially set for October, was halted in response to the committee's actions, but a new date has yet to be determined.