Hilary

Legal Action Taken Against Ex-WA Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz Over Alleged Abuse Claim Mismanagement

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SEATTLE — A lawsuit has surfaced alleging that former Washington State Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz failed to adequately address claims of abuse within her department. The legal action, which targets Franz directly, brings attention to the handling of sensitive allegations that have ignited public concern. The lawsuit stemmed from incidents involving a former employee who alleged they were subjected to harassment and discrimination. The plaintiff contends that under Franz’s leadership, appropriate measures were not taken despite multiple reports of misconduct. This situation reflects broader issues related to workplace harassment and the responsibility of leaders to … Read more

Evangelical Lawyer Hilary Perkins Resigns as FDA’s Top Attorney Amid Pressure from Senator Josh Hawley

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hilary K. Perkins, the recently appointed top lawyer at the Food and Drug Administration and a known evangelical Christian, has resigned amid escalating pressures from Senator Josh Hawley, who also shares evangelical beliefs. Her resignation follows a series of conflicts rooted in differing interpretations of legal duties and personal faith-related stances on abortion. Perkins, who stepped into the Department of Justice in 2019, expressed the difficulty of her position which involved defending policies under administrations with opposing views on abortion—first under Donald Trump and then under Joe Biden. Such professional obligations led … Read more

Hilary Hageman: Championing Diversity and Innovation at SAIC

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From her multicultural childhood traversing continents to her influential roles in the legal and corporate sectors of the United States, Hilary Hageman, SAIC’s executive vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, leverages a lifetime of diverse experiences. These experiences have not only shaped her worldview but also fortified her commitment to public service, ethics, and technological integration within legal frameworks. Born into a family that valued global exposure and public service, Hageman spent much of her childhood in Southeast Asia and Africa due to her father’s career. From living in countries like Thailand, India, South … Read more