Judge Hannah Dugan, recently convicted of obstruction, has resigned from her position as a Milwaukee County circuit court judge. Following her conviction on December 19th, Dugan faced pressure from state Republicans who threatened impeachment. The conviction stemmed from an incident where Dugan aided an undocumented immigrant in evading federal officers during an arrest attempt in her courtroom. In her resignation letter, Dugan cited the immense challenges of the ongoing legal proceedings and the need to avoid a partisan battle in the state legislature, allowing for a permanent judge to be in place.
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In a recent post on Truth Social, Donald Trump mused about returning to television hosting if praised for his “Master of Ceremony” skills. He suggested he might leave the presidency if offered a full-time hosting position, acknowledging his current approval ratings. This follows previous remarks about his hosting abilities, indicating a concern with his on-screen talents. Critics cite his presidency’s negative impact on democratic norms, human rights, and the economy, which has been overshadowed by multiple scandals.
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Washington D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith is resigning after less than two years, amid a power struggle with former President Donald Trump over federal control of the city’s police department. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Smith’s departure, highlighting her leadership during a time of significant challenges and a reduction in violent crime rates. The resignation, effective December 31st, is reportedly due to a desire for more family time, although it follows Trump’s attempt to federalize the MPD and ongoing investigations into alleged manipulation of crime statistics. Despite the controversy, Smith’s tenure saw crime rates fall significantly in early 2024, although the MPD continues to navigate issues of accountability and federal interference.
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In her resignation letter, Habba cited a flawed blue slip tradition and politically motivated judges as reasons for stepping down as U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey. Federal judges refused to extend her appointment, and her planned successor was fired, leaving the role unfilled. Despite her departure, Habba emphasized her commitment to the Department of Justice, announcing she will continue to serve as the Senior Advisor to the Attorney General for U.S. Attorneys. She asserts her decision is not a surrender and vows to continue her fight, now expanding it nationally.
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Alina Habba, former personal lawyer to President Trump, resigned as the acting US attorney for the district of New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful due to the Trump administration’s procedural violations. Despite her departure, Habba stated the decision was not a surrender and the Justice Department would seek further review of the ruling. The court found that the administration used improper maneuvers to install Habba without Senate approval, a process that has also affected other US attorney appointments. Trump has criticized the “blue slip” process, which requires home-state senator approval, and other judges across the country have come to similar rulings.
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Alina Habba, former personal attorney to Donald Trump, resigned as the top federal prosecutor for New Jersey after an appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful. Despite calling the court’s decision political, Habba stepped down “to protect the stability and integrity” of her office, vowing the administration would continue appealing the ruling. Habba, who lacked prior experience as a prosecutor, was appointed to the temporary role in March and was blocked from confirmation by New Jersey’s Democratic senators. Her duties will be divided among other lawyers while she remains with the Justice Department as a senior advisor to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who criticized the court’s actions.
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Following the resignation of Father Robert “Bob” Sullivan, Heather Jones, the woman who accused him of exchanging financial support for companionship when she was 17, has stated that there are no true winners in the situation. She expressed experiencing mixed emotions but is hopeful for healing, accountability, and protection for other potential victims, despite attempts to discredit her. Jones, now 33, alleges that Sullivan, who was a priest, began offering financial support in exchange for companionship when she was underage. The church investigated the allegations, and Sullivan was granted dispensation from his duties, but he has not faced legal action. Jones, however, is facing a misdemeanor charge that she believes is meant to undermine her credibility.
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Senator Elizabeth Warren has called for Education Secretary Linda McMahon’s resignation due to her efforts to dismantle the Department of Education. Warren argued that McMahon’s actions, including mass layoffs and the transfer of key functions to other agencies, will negatively impact families and schools. Under the proposed plan, programs like Title I would be managed by the Department of Labor, potentially affecting funding for K-12 schools. This call for resignation followed legal action from a coalition of labor unions and educators who claim the administration’s actions violate the Constitution and harm students.
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Following an online suggestion that she reconsider her resignation, Georgia Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene launched a series of social media posts defending her decision to step down in January. Greene’s statements alluded to the dangers faced by outspoken political figures and targeted “Republican men,” accusing them of perpetuating a toxic political system. These posts came after the Congresswoman had publicly broken with the Republican party on issues such as the war in Gaza and the handling of the Epstein Files, leading to a falling out with former President Donald Trump. Greene has cited personal attacks and threats as contributing factors in her decision to resign, as well as the president’s disapproval of her stance on the Epstein Files.
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