Louisiana Republicans move to eliminate court office won by exonerated man

Louisiana Republicans voted to eliminate the Orleans Parish criminal court clerk position won by exonerated man Calvin Duncan, who received 68% of the vote last November. Duncan, imprisoned for 28 years before being exonerated, claims the decision is retaliation against him. The move is framed as a step towards government efficiency, saving an estimated $27,300.

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Summary by Glance · Original reporting by The Guardian Australia