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October 23, 2026
Fifth Circuit Removes Judge from Mississippi Anti-DEI Case
- The Fifth Circuit vacated Judge Henry Wingate's preliminary injunction against Mississippi's anti-DEI law.
- The court described Wingate's rulings as riddled with errors, including fabricated legal citations.
- A new judge will be assigned to the case following the appeals court's rebuke.
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- Federal judge kicked off 'botch job' anti-DEI case after stunning appeals court rebukeOct 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM · Fox News
- Mississippi diversity, equity and inclusion ban can go into full effect, court saysOct 23, 2026 at 9:13 PM · AP