NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Louisiana death row inmate Jessie Hoffman is one step closer to his execution, which is scheduled for Tuesday. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans has overturned a lower court ruling that put the execution on hold. Man wounded following 7th Ward shoot ing The lower court judge wanted time to review evidence on whether or not death by nitrogen gas amounts to cruel and unusual punishment. But the higher court dismissed that review. Hoffman's lawyers say they will now appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts Xavier survives in NAIA Tournament first round contest against Southeastern (Fla.), 77-59 Execution of Louisiana death row inmate Jessie Hoffman scheduled for Tuesday Man wounded following 7th Ward shooting Doechii joins Will Smith to recreate viral TikTok trend Oklahoma man says Social Security benefits terminated without warning or explanation ...read more read less