In a recent ruling, Louisiana’s Supreme Court decided that Republican candidate Sharon Hewitt could not run for the state’s highest court due to her membership on a board that oversees judges’ compensation. This decision leaves Democrat Chief Justice John Weimer unopposed in the upcoming election.
Hewitt’s disqualification comes as a blow to the Republican Party, as they were hopeful that she would pose a serious challenge to Weimer. Hewitt, a state senator and former Houma mayor, had received support from several prominent Republicans, including former U.S. Sen. David Vitter. However, her ties to the judiciary oversight board ultimately led to her removal from the race.
With Hewitt out of the running, Weimer is now set to be re-elected as Chief Justice of the Louisiana Supreme Court. Weimer, who has been on the court since 2001 and became Chief Justice in 2020, is the longest-serving justice on the current court. He is known for his moderate views and has been praised for his handling of the court’s docket.
This ruling leaves Weimer in a strong position for the upcoming election, with no other candidates to challenge him. It is expected that he will continue to serve as Chief Justice, overseeing important decisions in the state’s judicial system.
Overall, the ruling has left Guidry unopposed in the Louisiana Supreme Court race, paving the way for Weimer to continue his leadership on the court. Voters will have the opportunity to support or reject Weimer’s tenure in the upcoming election.
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