Mexican national Medellin convicted of murder of 13 Texas girls . International court concluded Bush was denied access to his consulate . In a February 28 , 2005 , executive order , he said , `` The United States will discharge its international obligations ... by having state courts give effect to the decision . '' President Bush asked Texas to give Medellin new court hearing . the European Union supports Texas ' refusal , says Bush ca n't force new hearing .
Mexican national Medellin convicted of murder of 13 Texas girls . International court concluded Bush was denied access to his consulate . President Bush asked Texas to give Medellin new court hearing . the European Union supports Texas ' refusal , says Bush ca n't force new hearing .