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"Biden-appointed judge slams DOJ for defying subpoenas in Trump and Biden-related cases"
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"Illinois Judge Removed from Bench for Circumventing Law in Rape Conviction Reversal"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Illinois judge Robert Adrian, who reversed a man's rape conviction involving a 16-year-old girl, has been removed from the bench after a judicial oversight body found that he circumvented the law and engaged in misconduct. The decision to remove Adrian came after a three-day hearing in November, with the commission stating that he "abused his position of power to indulge his own sense of justice while circumventing the law." Adrian's reversal of the conviction sparked outrage, and the victim expressed relief at the commission's decision, while Adrian maintains that he did what was right.
"Judge Adrian Removed from Bench for Circumventing Law in Rape Conviction Reversal"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
Illinois judge Robert Adrian, who reversed a man's rape conviction, has been removed from the bench after a judicial oversight body found that he circumvented the law and engaged in misconduct. The decision to remove Adrian came after a three-day hearing in November, during which it was found that he "abused his position of power to indulge his own sense of justice while circumventing the law." Adrian's reversal of the conviction sparked outrage, and the victim expressed relief at the commission's decision, while Adrian maintains that he did what was right.
"Special Counsel Exposes Threats in Trump Case as Ex-Prosecutor Calls for Judge's Recusal"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo News
Special counsel Jack Smith cited case law to remind Judge Aileen Cannon why she should rule against Donald Trump in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case, as Trump's legal team continues to delay the trial. Smith's filing pointed to a case from Cannon's past to underscore Trump's claim of "selective prosecution." Smith's team accused Cannon of making a "clear error" by granting Trump's motion to unredact portions of their motions in discovery, exposing potential witnesses to threats. Former prosecutors suggest that Cannon may face a recusal by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals due to her rulings and potential conflicts of interest.
"Legal Analyst Warns of Threats to Trump Case Witnesses as Judge Considers Protective Order"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Judge Cannon has ruled that the public interest outweighs the protective order in the Trump case, prompting backlash from Special Counsel Jack Smith who argues that unsealing the names of witnesses could deter cooperation and pose safety risks. Critics accuse Cannon of bias for Trump and predict that her ruling will likely be overturned on appeal, citing a lack of legal basis to unseal the witness list and potential danger to witnesses. The 11th Circuit previously reversed Cannon's decision in this case, and experts believe it may do so again.
"Oklahoma Judge Resigns Amid Texting Scandal During Murder Trial"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Oklahoma judge Traci Soderstrom resigned after sending over 500 texts from the bench during a murder trial, mocking prosecutors and displaying inappropriate behavior. She agreed not to seek judicial office again in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Court on the Judiciary had accused her of gross neglect of duty, oppression in office, lack of proper temperament, and failure to supervise her office. The judge's texts during the trial included mocking prosecutors, praising the defense attorney, and making inappropriate comments.
"Oklahoma Judge Resigns After Sending 500+ Texts During Murder Trial"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Oklahoma judge Traci Soderstrom resigned after sending over 500 texts from the bench during a murder trial, including messages mocking prosecutors and using emojis. She agreed not to seek judicial office again in Oklahoma. The texts, which were revealed in an investigation, showed her making inappropriate comments and showing bias towards the defense attorney. Soderstrom was facing removal from the bench over accusations of neglect of duty, oppression in office, lack of proper temperament, and failure to supervise her office.
Judge Orders Marilyn Manson to Pay Evan Rachel Wood's Legal Fees
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Pitchfork
Marilyn Manson has been ordered by a judge to pay Evan Rachel Wood's legal fees incurred while defending against his defamation and emotional distress claims, although the amount is slightly less than what Wood requested. The defamation lawsuit filed by Manson in 2022 has had many accusations thrown out by the judge, but some claims are still pending a verdict. Additionally, a lawsuit accusing Manson of sexual assault, discrimination, battery, and harassment by his former personal assistant has been revived in an appeals court, and he settled a 2021 lawsuit filed by an anonymous accuser.