Trump administration moves to disqualify judge overseeing East Potomac Golf Course lawsuit
The Trump administration has filed a motion to remove Judge Ana Reyes from a case concerning renovations at Washington, D.C.'s East Potomac Golf Course, alleging bias and misconduct.
In a bid to oust Judge Ana Reyes, the Trump administration claims she shows favoritism toward Trump officials and has mistreated government attorneys. The administration also argues that her actions breach the principle of separation of powers, labeling the conduct as "egregious behavior." The challenge targets a lawsuit over planned upgrades to the East Potomac Golf Course in the nation's capital. No court ruling on the motion has been reported yet.
Why it matters
The effort to disqualify a federal judge raises questions about political influence over the judiciary and could affect the outcome of a public-works lawsuit.
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