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Utah Judiciary Condemns Threats Against Judge's Independence

11/19/2025

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On November 17, 2025, the Utah Judiciary addressed threats against 3rd District Judge Dianna Gibson after she rejected a congressional map proposed by the Republican-controlled Legislature.
The statement condemned violent threats and stressed civility in discourse.
It affirmed that judges must apply the law independently, without external pressure.
The judiciary urged Utah residents to respect the appellate process and support safeguards for the justice system and its personnel.

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On November 17, 2025, the Utah Judiciary addressed threats against 3rd District Judge Dianna Gibson after she rejected a congressional map proposed by the Republican-controlled Legislature.
The statement condemned violent threats and stressed civility in discourse.
It affirmed that judges must apply the law independently, without external pressure.
The judiciary urged Utah residents to respect the appellate process and support safeguards for the justice system and its personnel.