# Save James Broadnax: Case Overview and Clemency Campaign
> Explore the case of James Broadnax, the fight against his 2026 execution, and how to advocate for clemency regarding his conviction in Texas.

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## SAVE JAMES BROADNAX | Panel Discussion
* Execution Scheduled: April 30, 2026
* Organization: Humanizing Death Row

## WHO IS JAMES BROADNAX?
* TDCJ #999549, currently 37 years old.
* Convicted in 2009 for double capital murder in Garland, Texas.
* Held at Polunsky Unit; execution at Huntsville Unit.
* Evidence included a confession and rap lyrics.
* Co-defendant received life without parole.

## WHY WE'RE FIGHTING TO SAVE HIS LIFE
* New Evidence: Co-defendant Demarius Cummings signed a sworn statement in March 2026 claiming to be the actual shooter.
* Judicial Issues: Confession was allegedly coerced while the defendant was under influence of PCP; DNA on weapon belongs to the shooter, not James.
* Bias: Jury selection involved striking Black jurors; rap lyrics were used as prejudicial evidence.
* Support: Amicus briefs filed by Travis Scott, Young Thug, and Killer Mike against the use of lyrics as evidence.

## WHAT WE ARE DOING TO STOP THE EXECUTION
* Filing appeals for a stay of execution with the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
* Urging clemency from Governor Greg Abbott.
* Public awareness via #SaveJamesBroadnax and celebrity engagement.

## PANEL DISCUSSION TOPICS
* Discussion on racial bias in jury selection and prosecution.
* Impact of the co-defendant's 2026 confession.
* Strategies for citizen involvement before the April deadline.

## URGE CLEMENCY FOR JAMES BROADNAX
* Advocacy directed at Governor Greg Abbott.
* Contact Phone: (512) 463-2000.
* Contact Website: governor.texas.gov/contact.
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