Because there is no doubt that he cannot and will not suffer pain if unconscious, the remedy crafted by the district court, though hardly necessary as a constitutional matter, provides Morales with precisely the form of assurance he demanded.

It has never been done this way.

The initial dose will make them unconscious, and the continuous infusion will keep them that way during the relatively short time the execution will take.

It's a topic that's hot right now but ultimately we are confident that when all the evidence is presented that we will prevail and be able to demonstrate that our procedure is and has been wholly constitutional.