Trump-appointed judge in Alaska resigns over sexual misconduct, leaving only 1 judge in state | AP News

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U.S. District Court Judge in Alaska resigns and faces possible impeachment after an inappropriate relationship with a clerk who later became an assistant U.S. Attorney. The judge created a hostile work environment and lied about the incidents. The investigation revealed misconduct and ethical issues.

Keywords: U.S. District Court, Alaska, impeachment, misconduct, ethical issues

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Update At: 7/15/2024

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