The interim county judge is running for the permanent position while still holding the interim role, and residents are calling it a 'fiasco.' This situation is raising concerns about fairness and potential conflicts of interest in the appointment process.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
It's unclear if this whole mess will cost taxpayers extra cash, but it sure doesn't look good for how decisions are made.
The judge who gets to campaign while already in power is obviously benefiting, and maybe the political party backing them.
The public's trust in the fairness of the appointment process is definitely taking a hit.
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