This undated photo provided by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice shows Texas death row inmate William Speer, who faces execution Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, for killing another prisoner more than 26 years ago. The victim’s sister and religious leaders have asked authorities to spare his life. Speer, 49, is set to receive a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville. (Texas Department of Criminal Justice via AP)
