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New York PostAlabama Probate Judge Suspended Over Alleged Racial Remarks and Delayed Hearings
An Alabama probate judge faces seven ethics charges after a judicial commission accused her of making a racial comment about a white clerk and repeatedly postponing involuntary commitment hearings. The judge has been suspended indefinitely pending further proceedings.
Nbc NewsSupreme Court Justice Will Not Recuse From Upcoming Climate Change Case
A Supreme Court spokeswoman said the justice has no financial interest in the parties to an upcoming case involving energy companies ExxonMobil and Suncor Energy and a Colorado climate lawsuit. The justice was advised that recusal is not required. Liberal groups asked a Senate co…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWatchdog Group Files Complaint Over DOJ-Judge Consultations in Investigation
A watchdog organization has filed a complaint against a federal judge regarding reported consultations with Department of Justice officials in an investigation. The complaint cites documents released by senators that detail meetings and strategic discussions. It alleges potential…