Former Alaska Judge Referred to House for Potential Impeachment

Joshua Kindred faces possible impeachment after resigning amid allegations of sexual misconduct and creating a hostile work environment.

Federal judiciary leaders referred former Judge Joshua Kindred to the U.S. House for potential impeachment.
Kindred resigned in July following a misconduct inquiry that found he fostered an inappropriate sexual relationship with a law clerk and created a hostile work environment.
The 9th Circuit Judicial Council's investigation revealed Kindred had two sexual encounters with the clerk and lied about them.
Only 15 judges have been impeached by the House since 1804, with eight convictions by the Senate.
Impeachment could bar Kindred from holding future federal office, despite his resignation.