Resignation of Federal Judge in Alaska Amid Sexual Harassment Accusations

Federal Judge Joshua M. Kindred of the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska resigned after being accused of sexual harassment and lying about his misconduct involving a law clerk. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit revealed the findings of a judicial report that described a hostile and sexualized work environment in Judge Kindred's chambers.

Justice Clarence Thomas hiring Crystal Clanton as a law clerk

Justice Clarence Thomas has hired Crystal Clanton, who was accused of sending racist text messages, as a law clerk. Critics see favoritism, while defenders view it as supporting a young conservative. Thomas' decision is controversial but not barred by the Supreme Court's ethics code.