Federal Judge Resigns After Misconduct Probe
Joshua Kindred, appointed by Trump, steps down following an investigation into sexual harassment claims and inappropriate workplace behavior.
- Kindred was found to have created a hostile work environment with lewd comments and texts.
- The investigation revealed an inappropriate sexual relationship with a law clerk.
- Over 700 text messages and multiple interviews were collected as evidence.
- Kindred's resignation leaves Alaska with only one active federal district court judge.
- The judge's past rulings on sexual harassment cases are now under scrutiny.