Judicial Races and Federal Nominations Update

In Palm Beach County, Daniel Eisinger and Adam Frankel are competing to replace longtime Public Defender Carey Haughwout in the upcoming August 20 primary, with the winner overseeing 200 staff members. Meanwhile, Michigan's St. Joseph County Prosecutor race features John McDonough, David Marvin, and Deborah Davis, each highlighting their unique qualifications and past controversies. On the federal level, Biden's nominees Judge Julia Lipez and labor lawyer Karla Campbell advanced to a full Senate vote for U.S. appeals court positions. Additionally, Judge Scot Allan Stevenson of the Ninth District Court of Appeals has been recognized for his extensive legal and community service. In Louisiana, Jennifer Prescott and Toni Falterman Menard will vie for a newly established judge seat in the 23rd Judicial District Court in the November 5 election, aimed at alleviating caseloads in growing parishes.