Bias

Appeals Court Upholds Judge in Tsarnaev Death Sentence Case Amid Ongoing Juror Bias Concerns

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BOSTON — The First Circuit Court of Appeals has rejected Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s appeal to disqualify U.S. District Court Judge George O’Toole from his ongoing death penalty case. This ruling comes amid a protracted legal battle surrounding Tsarnaev’s sentencing for his involvement in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing. Tsarnaev’s legal team argued for O’Toole’s recusal, citing perceived bias stemming from comments he made during educational panels and a podcast, as well as remarks directed at jurors throughout the trial. However, a panel of judges determined that O’Toole’s statements regarding the complexities of jury management and social … Read more

Misconduct Complaint Launched Against Judge Boasberg Over Alleged Bias and Comments on Trump’s Legal Tactics

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida’s Attorney General Pam Bondi announced on Monday that a misconduct complaint has been filed against District Court Chief Judge James Boasberg for allegedly making inappropriate comments regarding President Donald Trump. This development arises amid ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and the judicial system. Boasberg, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama, has become a point of contention for Trump after he blocked the administration’s plan to deport Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador, where they could be held in a notorious prison. Trump’s criticism of Boasberg has included calls for … Read more

Former Journalist Mike Bivins Convicted of Bias Crimes, Including Arson and Hate-Fueled Attacks on Local Communities

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Portland, Oregon — A Multnomah County jury found Mike Bivins, a former journalist, guilty on Thursday of all 11 counts in his bias crime trial, including serious felony charges of arson and criminal mischief. The verdict stems from a series of bias-driven attacks in May 2022 that targeted minority communities in the city. The jury determined that Bivins was responsible for damaging property at multiple locations, including breaking windows and vandalizing Congregation Beth Israel with a Nazi-themed death threat. Additionally, he attempted to ignite a fire at the Muslim Community Center while individuals were present … Read more

Challenge Ahead: Defense Lawyer Warns of Juror Bias in 18-Count Murder Case

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Provo, Utah — The defense attorney for a man charged with murdering 18 individuals has expressed serious concerns about the potential to assemble a fair jury for the case. The attorney indicated that the high-profile nature of the charges may make it particularly challenging to find jurors who can remain impartial. The defendant, facing a number of serious criminal allegations, has generated significant media attention, a factor that complicates jury selection. Given the gravity of the accusations and the community’s awareness of the case, securing unbiased jurors who have yet to form opinions may prove … Read more