Jeffrey Maddrey demanded sexual favors, according to subordinates, and the federal authorities are investigating. He had previously been accused of harassment on the job.

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The revelation was included in a report by Democratic staff members on the Senate Judiciary Committee who had conducted a 20-month investigation into ethics practices at the Supreme Court.

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Yes, people want justice — as long as justice costs them nothing or very little.

Readers discuss staying involved during difficult times. Also: Supreme Court ethics; South Korea’s example; too much feedback; new friendships.

Our broken system can test us, but it shouldn’t break our morals.

Readers discuss the ongoing political and legal debate over whether the pardon was justified. Also: South Korea’s crisis; tariffs; crosswords.

The true danger is almost less about the pick and more about what it says of Trump’s approach to his second term.

The case of Adm. Miao Hua suggests the persistence of graft at high levels of the military, despite the efforts by Xi Jinping to stamp out corruption.