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Judge and Politician Linked by Alleged Conduct | Providence News
Rhode Island’s judicial independence is hanging in the balance as Judge Richard Licht, tasked with deciding on former Speaker Joe Shekarchi’s Supreme Court nomination, has been spotted at political events hosted by Shekarchi — a clear violation of the state’s judicial conduct code. The two were even seated together at Shekarchi’s own election night rally in November 2024, where Shekarchi announced his gubernatorial run. With Licht’s decision looming, the optics are damning — and neither side has spoken up. This could reshape Rhode Island’s legal and political future. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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