Meet the Nominated Judges

NCJW opposes William Crain. Here’s why: William Crain has been explicit and public about the fact that his judgement is based on his extreme conservative personal beliefs rather than on an impartial understanding of the case before him and the law. He ran a highly partisan campaign for election to the Louisiana Supreme Court, and … Continued

NCJW opposes Robert Chamberlin. Here’s why: Whether as a Mississippi state legislator or as a Justice on the Mississippi Supreme Court, Justice Chamberlin has shown a hostility to constitutional rights that calls into question his ability to be a fair and independent federal judge. He has worked to elevate Christianity in public institutions in the … Continued

NCJW opposes Anna St. John. Here’s why:  As head of the Hamilton Legal Law Institute, a far-right legal organization, Anna St. John led lawsuits challenging consumer rights, gender equality, civil rights, and human rights. She testified against bipartisan legislation to end forced arbitration in sexual assault and harassment cases even though it has been proven … Continued

NCJW opposes Edmund LaCour. Here’s why: Whether voting rights, civil rights, or reproductive rights, Mr. LaCour has shown himself to be hostile to constitutional protections. He defended Alabama’s near-total abortion ban, one of the nation’s harshest, calling Roe v. Wade  “unworkable” and “illegitimate” and asked the Supreme Court to overturn it. He argued that delaying … Continued

NCJW opposes William Mercer. Here’s why: Mr. Mercer’s record raises concerns about his commitment to justice and constitutional principles. As both a federal prosecutor and a state legislator, he has advocated for excessively harsh policies, from appealing reasonable sentences for nonviolent offenses to supporting legislation that would expand mass incarceration. His attempts at redirecting public … Continued

NCJW opposes Joshua Dunlap. Here’s why: Mr. Dunlap’s record shows a consistent effort to undermine civil rights and democratic norms in support of far-right ideology. He has advocated for broad religious exemptions that would weaken anti-discrimination laws and opposed LGBTQ+ equality measures. He has defended corporate interests, including predatory banks and opioid manufacturers, often at … Continued

NCJW opposes Eric Tung. Here’s why: Mr. Tung’s record is indicative of a disturbing pattern of ideological extremism that calls into question his fitness for the federal bench. From his university writings attacking feminism and gender equality to his legal assaults on worker protections, Mr. Tung has consistently defended those in power over vulnerable people. … Continued

NCJW opposes John Guard. Here’s why: Mr. Guard has built a career advancing hardline conservative cases, from shielding the Sackler family with a controversial $7.4 billion immunity deal to joining Republican attacks on Dr. Fauci and President Biden’s COVID-19 policies. As Florida’s Attorney General, he defended the state’s 15-week abortion ban and challenged Biden-era immigration … Continued

NCJW opposes Chad Meredith. Here’s why: Chad Meredith’s record raises serious concerns about his ability to serve as a fair and independent federal judge. He has zealously defended anti-abortion laws, including efforts to block clinic licensing and impose medically unnecessary restrictions, earning praise from Kentucky Right to Life. He also defended Kentucky’s Right to Work … Continued

NCJW opposes Judge Jordan Pratt. Here’s why: Judge Jordan Pratt’s record reflects a deeply ideological agenda that calls into question his ability to serve as a fair and independent federal judge. From striking down safeguards for young people seeking abortion access to advancing a narrow, Christian nationalist view of religious liberty, Judge Pratt has consistently … Continued