The association says former U.S. District Court Judge Joshua Kindred, who resigned last year amid a widespread scandal, should be prevented from practicing law.
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Alaska attorney general Treg Taylor will resign, is expected to run for governor
Taylor has served as the state’s top attorney since 2021, after two of his immediate predecessors resigned amid scandals.
Alaska legislators have largely departed Juneau, but special session continues until Aug. 31
The Alaska State Legislature is planning a brief session without taking any action on Tuesday, and legislative leaders say they’ve already completed their intended work for the special session, which ends on Aug. 31.
Trump remains vague on details of upcoming Ukraine peace talks in Alaska, anticipated Friday
Speaking to reporters Monday at the White House, Trump said he would seek to temporarily end the fighting that has resulted since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
Despite Alaska lawmakers’ veto override, getting an answer on oil tax settlements will take months
The final result could reveal tens or hundreds of millions of dollars in missed revenue for the state of Alaska.
Special session continues in almost-empty Alaska Capitol building
Most state legislators have left Juneau and aren’t scheduled to meet again until Aug. 19 due to differences over the agenda.