Congressman Barrett introduces constitutional amendment to give federal judges term limits

The Michigan Congressman says the legislation is part of his "Blueprint for a Better America." ...
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Republican congressman introduces bill to set term limits for federal judges

Congressman Tom Barrett, who represents Michigan’s 7th District including parts of Oakland County, has introduced a constitutional amendment to establish term limits for federal judges. Introduced Jan ...

Tom Barrett’s new plan: 20-year cap for federal judges

Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Charlotte) is proposing a constitutional amendment to cap federal judges' service at 20 years, with the ...

Judge orders immediate seating of Schenectady City Council member

State Supreme Court Justice Michael Cuevas rejected Mayor Gary McCarthy's bid to keep Justin Chaires off of the panel.

History shows how presidents expand power. A look at how it’s been done for centuries.

Ronald Reagan’s administration is often described as the first to use the unitary executive theory to expand power.

Judicial commission: Troy judge 'caused upheaval and turbulence' in her court

A Troy District Court judge has "caused upheaval and turbulence" by her behavior in and out of court, Michigan's Judicial Tenure Commission said at the first day of a misconduct hearing against the ...

Michigan judicial misconduct board forces out executive director

Thomas Ryan — the chairman of the commission, which investigates all allegations of judicial misconduct in Michigan — said ...
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Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick loses restitution challenge in federal court

The United States District Court in the Eastern District of Michigan Southern Division denied former Detroit Mayor Kwame M. Kilpatrick’s motions to modify or terminate restitution and to strike and ...