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politics1 year ago

"Controversy Surrounding Utah State Official's Actions Sparks Calls for Resignation and Police Protection"

The Utah House of Representatives unanimously introduced a resolution to address the actions of Utah State Board of Education member Natalie Cline, following her controversial social media posts. It is unclear whether the resolution is for impeachment proceedings or an ethics inquiry, but the Senate is coordinating with the House on the matter. Cline's recent post insinuating a student athlete is transgender has sparked condemnation and calls for her resignation, amid concerns that recent legislation targeting transgender people has created a divisive environment. Efforts are being made to explore potential ethics investigations or impeachment proceedings, as Cline cannot be recalled under Utah law.

via FOX 13 News Utah|
#impeachment-proceedings#lgbtq-rights#natalie-cline
politics2 years ago

"Texas Senator Urges Reopening of Ken Paxton Impeachment Trial"

Republican state senator Drew Springer, who previously voted to acquit Attorney General Ken Paxton in his impeachment trial, has called for the Texas Senate to consider reopening the proceedings following Paxton's decision not to contest the whistleblower lawsuit. Springer expressed concern that Paxton's actions could undermine the Senate's credibility and criticized Paxton for potentially burdening taxpayers with a settlement. Despite Paxton's recent reversal, he still faces a deposition in the lawsuit, and Springer's letter comes as he is freer from political consequences due to not seeking reelection.

via The Texas Tribune|
#drew-springer#impeachment-proceedings#ken-paxton
politics2 years ago

Justice Janet Protasiewicz Stands Firm in Redistricting Cases, Rejects Recusal Calls

Justice Janet Protasiewicz of the Wisconsin Supreme Court has rejected calls from Republican legislative leaders to recuse herself from two redistricting lawsuits, despite their claims that her previous comments and campaign donations make her biased. Protasiewicz defended her decision, stating that recusal should only be based on legal precedent and not personal preference. Republican lawmakers have threatened impeachment proceedings if she does not step away from the cases, but none of the 64 Republican members of the Assembly have committed to voting in favor of impeachment. Protasiewicz argued that recusing based on campaign donations would set an unprecedented precedent and open the floodgates for similar requests.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|
#impeachment-proceedings#justice-janet-protasiewicz#politics
politics2 years ago

"Mayorkas Faces Intense Republican Grilling on Biden's Border Policies"

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas faced tough questioning from House Republicans during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Biden's border policies. Republicans criticized Mayorkas for his handling of the US-Mexico border and called for potential impeachment proceedings. Mayorkas defended the administration's approach, stating that it is "working" and highlighting a decrease in unlawful entries. The hearing comes as House Republicans continue to lay the groundwork for potential impeachment proceedings against Mayorkas. The administration's actions on the border have done little to quell Republican concerns, and some members are now focusing on pursuing an impeachment inquiry of President Biden.

via CNN|
#alejandro-mayorkas#biden-border-policies#border-crossings