New Yorkers accustomed to living in a blue state have suffered some recent shocks. Republicans made major gains in Congress and the Legislature. Gov. Hochul came within points of losing reelection. And New York City’s mayor is echoing Fox News talking points.
The chair of the New York State Senate Judiciary Committee said Friday that he would be seeking answers from court officials about why former Chief Judge Janet DiFiore continues to benefit from state-funded chauffeurs and protection after leaving office, perks that several state officials told Law360 were "outrageous."
For months after her resignation, former New York Chief Judge Janet DiFiore has benefited from state-funded court officers working as her personal chauffeurs and protection detail services that previous chiefs did not receive after they left office.