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Resolution to Impeach Judge Bates for Ordering Restoration of LGBTQI+ Content.

This document proposes the impeachment of federal judge John Deacon Bates. The reason cited is his order to restore LGBTQI+ content on government websites, which is argued to be in violation of a recent Executive Order and promotes harmful practices. If successful, this could impact the availability of online health information and judicial independence.
Key points
The resolution seeks to impeach a federal judge for his decision to restore LGBTQI+ content on government websites.
The judge is accused of lacking intellectual honesty and promoting actions deemed harmful.
This action could influence what health information is publicly available and how it is interpreted by government agencies.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_157
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
Process start date: 2025-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Impeaching John Deacon Bates, a judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_157.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution seeks to impeach a federal judge for his decision to restore LGBTQI+ content on government websites.
  • The judge is accused of lacking intellectual honesty and promoting actions deemed harmful.
  • This action could influence what health information is publicly available and how it is interpreted by government agencies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Courts and Law Health