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Impeachment Resolution: Federal Judge Accused of Abuse of Power and Conflicts of Interest.

This document is a resolution from the House of Representatives to impeach a federal judge. The accusations include abusing judicial power by allowing political bias to influence rulings and having a conflict of interest due to his role in an organization receiving funds from a party in a case he presided over. If successful, this could impact public trust in judicial impartiality and the process of judicial appointments.
Key points
The judge is accused of using his position to advance personal political views, undermining judicial impartiality.
Allegations include a conflict of interest, as the judge presided over a case that could affect funding for an organization where he held a significant role.
This resolution highlights the importance of judicial independence and impartiality for a fair legal system, directly impacting citizens' rights and obligations in court.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HRES_241
Sponsor: Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]
Process start date: 2025-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Impeaching John James McConnell Jr., Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island, 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_241.

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 2025-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The judge is accused of using his position to advance personal political views, undermining judicial impartiality.
  • Allegations include a conflict of interest, as the judge presided over a case that could affect funding for an organization where he held a significant role.
  • This resolution highlights the importance of judicial independence and impartiality for a fair legal system, directly impacting citizens' rights and obligations in court.
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. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9].

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.

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