misconduct
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In September 2025, after a law clerk reported misconduct to the chief district court judge, Ross initially lied about it.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
It’s doubtful that Ross or any judge would exhibit such leniency from the bench when confronted with litigants’ similar misconduct.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
She said that the watchdog would determine whether individual officers were guilty of misconduct and look into "any wider lessons".
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Scandals and resignations have reignited a debate about whether Washington’s rules and institutions for self-oversight can keep pace with the unfolding misconduct.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
We all liked Swann, did not believe him guilty of any misconduct; but we did not want to offend the party.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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