Controversial Hillsborough Judge Resigns Following Disciplinary Panel’s Recommendations Amidst Contentious Campaign

TAMPA, Fla. — Hillsborough Circuit Judge Nancy Jacobs announced her resignation effective May 31, following a disciplinary panel’s recommendation for her removal. The decision comes in the wake of findings by the Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission that Jacobs exhibited unprofessional behavior during her contentious campaign against Judge Jared Smith in 2022, a race that became notably divisive over issues surrounding abortion rights. The commission’s investigation revealed that Jacobs violated ethical standards meant to guide the conduct of judges and candidates. Although judicial races in Florida are traditionally nonpartisan, the campaign between Jacobs and Smith devolved … Read more

EU Commission Shakes Up Leadership: Top Lawyer Resigns Following Court Ruling in Controversial Pfizergate Case

BRUSSELS, Belgium – The European Commission has announced a significant leadership change, removing its top legal officer from the role just hours after a crucial court ruling criticized the institution’s handling of communications with pharmaceutical executives. Daniel Calleja y Crespo, who has served as the director-general of the Commission’s legal service since 2020, will transition to leading the Commission’s representation office in Spain. The announcement came shortly after the Court of Justice’s general court determined that Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had erred by failing to disclose text messages exchanged with a boss from … Read more

Leadership Turmoil Hits Carmel Christkindlmarkt: CEO Resigns Amid Board Conflict and Lawsuit Fallout

CARMEL, Ind. — Nearly 10,000 visitors flocked daily to the Carmel Christkindlmarkt in 2024, enjoying the festive atmosphere, but internal turmoil is leading to significant changes in the market’s leadership. Maria Adele Rosenfeld has resigned as CEO after eight years, citing a lack of support and exclusion from essential decision-making processes. In her resignation letter to the market’s board of directors, Rosenfeld expressed frustration over being left out of critical discussions regarding board member terminations and appointments. She stated, “This board does not want me in this role… My leadership has been undermined.” Her departure … Read more

60 Minutes Executive Producer Resigns Amid Turbulent Trump Lawsuit, Cites Pressures on Editorial Independence

WASHINGTON — Bill Owens, the executive producer of the highly acclaimed news magazine “60 Minutes,” has resigned from his role, marking a significant shift within the media institution. His resignation on Tuesday comes during a complex time for the show, intertwined with a legal challenge from President Donald Trump, who has filed a lawsuit alleging defamation by the program. Since assuming the role in 2019, Owens became only the third person to lead “60 Minutes,” which has been a staple of American television for over five decades. According to an internal memo seen by The … Read more