AG Pushes to Remove Controversial Prosecutor | Topeka News

Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 18, 2026 · 1m

Missouri’s Attorney General is moving to permanently remove Ray County Prosecutor Camille Johnston over shocking allegations of conflicts of interest—including her ties to a defense attorney, an undocumented immigrant she prosecuted for sexual assault, and even transferring ownership of her car to that same immigrant. A judge has already temporarily suspended her, triggering a rare quo warranto petition—a historic legal tool used to oust officials misbehaving in office. Experts note this is one of several recent uses of the measure, signaling serious concerns. Though Johnston is sidelined…