# Judge’s Lawsuit Sparks Recusal Push | Baton Rouge News

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Podcast: [Baton Rouge News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/baton-rouge-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7575259)
Published: 2026-09-19T01:45:38+00:00
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A legal firestorm erupts in Louisiana as Judge Gail Horne Ray faces mounting pressure to recuse herself from corruption cases involving local officials—amid allegations that her personal lawsuit against Governor Jeff Landry and AG Liz Murrill over voting rights law creates a glaring conflict of interest. The judges’ suit challenges a new election law they claim was crafted to dilute Black voting power, while prosecutors argue she can’t fairly preside over cases where the AG’s office is a key player. With judicial impartiality at stake and political lines blurring, this case could reshape how Louisiana handles both corruption and elections. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wafb.com/2026/09/18/i-team-attorney-general-wants-judge-removed-hearing-city-corruption-cases-cites-wafb-reporting/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/87412abbc4f75e6a Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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