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May 1, 2026
Louisiana Republicans Abolish Clerk Position Before Exoneree Takes Office
- Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed legislation abolishing the Orleans Parish clerk of criminal court position just days before Calvin Duncan was set to take office.
- Duncan, an exoneree who won the election with over 68% of the vote, argues the move undermines the will of the voters in a predominantly Black parish.
- Republicans claim the change is aimed at improving efficiency and reducing costs, while Democrats view it as a targeted attack on Duncan's election.
2 Sources
- Louisiana Republicans eliminate elected position days before an exoneree was set to take officeMay 1, 2026 at 8:38 PM · ABC News
- Gov. Jeff Landry Signs Law Blocking Ex-Prisoner Calvin Duncan From Taking OfficeMay 1, 2026 at 9:18 PM · NYT