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Massachusetts Elected Officials Defend Appeals Court Judge from Unfair Criticism Over Former Romantic Relationship

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Boston, MA – Two Massachusetts officials responsible for confirming judges have criticized attempts to link the suitability of Appeals Court Judge Gabrielle Wolohojian for a vacancy on the state’s highest court to her past relationship with Governor Maura Healey. The Governor’s Council, which regularly approves judicial recommendations, is now tasked with reviewing Wolohojian’s qualifications for an open seat on the Supreme Judicial Court. Councilor Eileen Duff, who believes Wolohojian is highly qualified, expressed her frustration with the focus on the past romance instead of the judge’s professional background. Wolohojian, an Appeals Court judge for 16 … Read more

Trump White House Official Denied Prison Release by Federal Judge in Contempt of Congress Appeal

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WASHINGTON — Former Trump White House official Peter Navarro was denied his request to remain out of prison while he appeals his conviction for contempt of Congress. Navarro was found guilty of refusing to cooperate with an investigation into the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol and was sentenced to four months behind bars. He had asked to be free while he fights the conviction in higher courts, but U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta denied the request. Navarro, who served as a White House trade adviser under former President Donald Trump, must now … Read more

Long-Serving Washtenaw County Chief Judge Announces Retirement, Opening Up Judicial Race

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ANN ARBOR, MI – The chief judge of a court in Washtenaw County, Michigan has confirmed that he will not seek re-election. Joseph Burke, who has served as the 15th District Court chief judge pro tempore since 2016, announced his decision this week. His current term will conclude at the end of 2024. In an email sent last week, Burke informed court staff about his retirement plans. He stated, “(My wife and I) figured it was time to retire. I’m looking forward to retirement. I’m sure there parts about my work that I’ll miss, but … Read more

District Court Judge Brad Allen Retires Amidst Controversy: A Career of Distinction Ends Under Unfortunate Circumstances

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Burlington, North Carolina – After facing potential disciplinary action from the state’s Supreme Court, district court judge Brad Allen has announced his retirement. The decision comes in the wake of alleged inappropriate actions during a bar association Christmas party on December 9. Retirement, although not an immediate consideration for the 61-year-old judge, allowed him to avoid the potentially embarrassing revelations from the state’s Judicial Standards Commission’s investigation. By retiring “voluntarily,” Allen managed to evade the possibility of being removed from office by the high court, which could have resulted in the loss of his retirement … Read more