# Murrill’s Charges Dropped Amid Political Firestorm | New Orleans News

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Podcast: [New Orleans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-orleans-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7562541)
Published: 2026-07-23T19:42:03+00:00
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A fiery political showdown erupts after Murrill, a local figure, was indicted for public intimidation over a letter warning city officials their jobs were at risk — but charges dropped just days later at the urging of those same officials. The feud began when the council moved to appoint an interim clerk and call a special election amid a state-mandated merger of two clerk offices, which Murrill deemed illegal. Now, tensions escalate as Councilmember Morrell demands federal, state, and judicial probes into Landry, turning this legal drama into a full-blown power struggle. 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. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/502685f580e53911

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