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Texting Scandal

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politics2 months ago

Virginia Governor Race Tightens as Polls Show Leading Candidates

A recent Washington Post-Schar School poll shows support for Virginia Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones has dropped due to a texting scandal, leading to a tie with Republican incumbent Jason Miyares, while the governor's race remains competitive with Democrat Abigail Spanberger maintaining a lead. The scandal has not significantly impacted the governor's race, and voters' opinions vary based on demographics and political leanings, with issues like the economy and political violence influencing voter decisions.

legaljudicial1 year ago

"Oklahoma Judge Resigns Amid Texting Scandal During Murder Trial"

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.