A group of Minnesota judges is under scrutiny following an ethics complaint alleging they violated judicial conduct rules by publicly endorsing and discussing the federal government’s immigration enforcement policies. The complaint accuses the judges of overstepping their impartiality by expressing opinions that could influence public perception of their rulings. Legal experts are weighing whether their statements cross the line between civic engagement and judicial bias. The case raises broader questions about the boundaries of judicial speech in politically charged matters.


Seven Minnesota judges face ethics complaint after speaking publicly about US president's immigration crackdown.