Designated for publication Thomas v. Lumpkin, 17-70002, appeal from E.D. Tex. Southwick, J. (Jones, Southwick, Higginson), Higginson, J., dissenting in part; habeas corpus, ineffective assistance of counsel Affirming denial of federal habeas petition for death-row inmate, in ineffective assistance of counsel (“IAC”) issues. The Court first held that it has jurisdiction, that the petitioner’s notice … More Take the Fifth: April 23, 2021 opinions