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Missouri Attorney General Appointed as FBI Co-Deputy Director in Trump Administration

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Missouri Independent

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Source: Missouri Independent

Andrew Bailey is stepping down as Missouri attorney general to join the FBI as co-deputy director, ending a tenure marked by confrontations with federal and local officials, high-profile lawsuits, and loyalty to Donald Trump, with his replacement to be appointed by Governor Mike Kehoe.

Parkland shooting trial judge Elizabeth Scherer resigns from bench.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press

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Source: The Associated Press

Judge Elizabeth Scherer, who presided over the Parkland school shooting trial, has announced her resignation effective June 30 to pursue career opportunities. Scherer gained national attention for her handling of the trial, which resulted in a life sentence for Nikolas Cruz. While praised by victims' families, Scherer also faced criticism for clashes with Cruz's attorneys and legal controversies, including her removal from overseeing post-conviction motions for another defendant.