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Spanish Judges Protest Judicial Reforms, Citing Threats to Independence
More than 8,000 Spanish judges and prosecutors participated in a 10-minute strike on Wednesday to protest government judicial reforms, which they claim undermine judicial independence and the rule of law by prioritizing partisan interests over merit and equality in appointments.
Spanish Judges Protest Judicial Reforms, Citing Threats to Independence
More than 8,000 Spanish judges and prosecutors participated in a 10-minute strike on Wednesday to protest government judicial reforms, which they claim undermine judicial independence and the rule of law by prioritizing partisan interests over merit and equality in appointments.
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44% Bias Score
Relentless Attacks on Spain's Attorney General Reveal Deep Political Polarization
Since his 2022 appointment, Spain's Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz has faced relentless attacks from right-wing media and the PP party, including accusations of ETA complicity and partisan actions, leading to unprecedented legal challenges and highlighting the intense political polarization in...
Relentless Attacks on Spain's Attorney General Reveal Deep Political Polarization
Since his 2022 appointment, Spain's Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz has faced relentless attacks from right-wing media and the PP party, including accusations of ETA complicity and partisan actions, leading to unprecedented legal challenges and highlighting the intense political polarization in...
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56% Bias Score
Spain's Attorney General Indicted for Leaking Confidential Data
Spain's Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, has been indicted for leaking confidential information related to Isabel Díaz Ayuso's boyfriend's tax case, following an investigation that revealed evidence suggesting the leak was orchestrated to control the narrative and was aided by the deletion of ...
Spain's Attorney General Indicted for Leaking Confidential Data
Spain's Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, has been indicted for leaking confidential information related to Isabel Díaz Ayuso's boyfriend's tax case, following an investigation that revealed evidence suggesting the leak was orchestrated to control the narrative and was aided by the deletion of ...
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40% Bias Score
Mexico's Low Voter Turnout in Judicial Elections Raises Concerns
Mexico's June 1 judicial elections, which saw only 13% voter turnout and the use of "cheat sheets" promoting specific candidates, have been criticized by the OAS, raising concerns about the legitimacy and independence of the newly elected judiciary.
Mexico's Low Voter Turnout in Judicial Elections Raises Concerns
Mexico's June 1 judicial elections, which saw only 13% voter turnout and the use of "cheat sheets" promoting specific candidates, have been criticized by the OAS, raising concerns about the legitimacy and independence of the newly elected judiciary.
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56% Bias Score
Tempe Crash Proposal Sparks Major Greek Political Crisis
A proposal by Tempe train crash victims' relatives to establish a pre-trial committee, accusing the Prime Minister of high treason, has caused major political divisions in Greece, with 32 MPs signing the proposal despite disagreements within the victims' group and SYRIZA's withdrawal of support.
Tempe Crash Proposal Sparks Major Greek Political Crisis
A proposal by Tempe train crash victims' relatives to establish a pre-trial committee, accusing the Prime Minister of high treason, has caused major political divisions in Greece, with 32 MPs signing the proposal despite disagreements within the victims' group and SYRIZA's withdrawal of support.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish CHP Leader Investigated for Threatening Prosecutor
Following a June 4th, 2024 rally where CHP leader Özgür Özel threatened and insulted Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor Akın Gürlek over the arrests of five CHP mayors, a formal investigation was launched into Özel for obstructing justice and publicly insulting a public official.
Turkish CHP Leader Investigated for Threatening Prosecutor
Following a June 4th, 2024 rally where CHP leader Özgür Özel threatened and insulted Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor Akın Gürlek over the arrests of five CHP mayors, a formal investigation was launched into Özel for obstructing justice and publicly insulting a public official.
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48% Bias Score
Spanish Attorney General Indicted; Government Vows Support
A Spanish Supreme Court judge indicted the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, for allegedly leaking information about Isabel Díaz Ayuso's boyfriend's partner at the behest of the government, prompting a strong defense from the executive branch who claim the accusations are false.
Spanish Attorney General Indicted; Government Vows Support
A Spanish Supreme Court judge indicted the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, for allegedly leaking information about Isabel Díaz Ayuso's boyfriend's partner at the behest of the government, prompting a strong defense from the executive branch who claim the accusations are false.
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52% Bias Score
Mexico's Low Judicial Election Turnout Raises Democracy Concerns
Mexico's June 1st judicial elections saw historically low turnout (12.57-13.32%), raising concerns about the independence and quality of the judiciary, with experts predicting increased politicization and less academic preparation among elected judges.
Mexico's Low Judicial Election Turnout Raises Democracy Concerns
Mexico's June 1st judicial elections saw historically low turnout (12.57-13.32%), raising concerns about the independence and quality of the judiciary, with experts predicting increased politicization and less academic preparation among elected judges.
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56% Bias Score
Israel Dismisses Attorney General, Bypassing Independent Process
The Israeli government dismissed Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, bypassing a two-decade-old process designed to ensure her independence, raising concerns about political influence and the rule of law; the decision came hours after a former attorney general warned of the ramifications.
Israel Dismisses Attorney General, Bypassing Independent Process
The Israeli government dismissed Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, bypassing a two-decade-old process designed to ensure her independence, raising concerns about political influence and the rule of law; the decision came hours after a former attorney general warned of the ramifications.
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52% Bias Score
Mexico's Judicial Election Raises Concerns About Judicial Independence
Mexico's recent election of nearly 900 federal judges by popular vote, including Supreme Court justices, raises concerns about judicial independence due to low voter turnout (13%), apparent ruling-party influence, and the risk of politicization, contrasting with international standards.
Mexico's Judicial Election Raises Concerns About Judicial Independence
Mexico's recent election of nearly 900 federal judges by popular vote, including Supreme Court justices, raises concerns about judicial independence due to low voter turnout (13%), apparent ruling-party influence, and the risk of politicization, contrasting with international standards.
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60% Bias Score
EU Backs ICC After US Sanctions on Judges
The European Union supports the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the US imposed sanctions on four judges involved in cases against Israeli and US officials accused of war crimes, prompting concerns about the court's independence and international law.
EU Backs ICC After US Sanctions on Judges
The European Union supports the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the US imposed sanctions on four judges involved in cases against Israeli and US officials accused of war crimes, prompting concerns about the court's independence and international law.
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48% Bias Score
Turkish CHP Leader Under Investigation for Criticizing Prosecutor
CHP leader Özgür Özel is under investigation in Turkey for criticizing Istanbul's Chief Public Prosecutor; his spokesperson Deniz Yücel defended the remarks as legitimate criticism of a biased judiciary, while questioning the legality of related investigations into Istanbul's municipality and accusi...
Turkish CHP Leader Under Investigation for Criticizing Prosecutor
CHP leader Özgür Özel is under investigation in Turkey for criticizing Istanbul's Chief Public Prosecutor; his spokesperson Deniz Yücel defended the remarks as legitimate criticism of a biased judiciary, while questioning the legality of related investigations into Istanbul's municipality and accusi...
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56% Bias Score
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