Michigan Court of Appeals Flags ‘Hunger Games’ Tactics in Fierce Judicial Races

A Michigan Court of Appeals panel has raised concerns about the increasingly cutthroat nature of judicial races in the state. During a recent discussion, judges noted that candidates are weaponizing the intricate filing requirements to dismiss their rivals from contention, with one judge likening the competitions to the “Hunger Games.” The concerns highlight a growing issue within Michigan’s judicial election processes, stressing the need for potential reforms to ensure fair play among contenders. For more details on this emerging issue, you can read further on Law360.