Missouri Judge Resigns After Wearing Elvis Wig in Court

A Missouri judge, Matthew Thornhill, faced disciplinary action for wearing an Elvis Presley wig and playing the singer’s music in court. He has agreed to a six-month unpaid suspension, followed by 18 months on the bench before resigning, pending approval from the Missouri Supreme Court. Thornhill acknowledged that his actions compromised the integrity of the court and expressed intent to serve with honor in the future. He also faced scrutiny for discussing politics and improperly offering character references in court.

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