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Georgia Supreme Court chief justice to step down at end of March
Michael Boggs (Supreme Court of Georgia)
ATLANTA – Georgia’s highest court will need a new chief justice.
Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Michael Boggs announced on Tuesday that he will be stepping down from the bench at the end of March.
The backstory:
Chief Justice Michael Boggs, a prominent figure in Georgia’s judicial system, has announced his decision to step down from the Georgia Supreme Court at the end of March. Boggs, who hails from Pierce County in south Georgia, has dedicated 25 years to public service, holding various positions including state representative, superior court judge, Court of Appeals judge, and Supreme Court justice. He was appointed to the Supreme Court by then-Governor Nathan Deal in December 2016 and has been reelected twice. In July 2022, he assumed the role of chief justice.
What we know:
In a letter addressed to Governor Brian Kemp, Chief Justice Boggs expressed his intention to leave the bench at the conclusion of the court term. He plans to return to private practice, as stated in a news release from the Supreme Court. Boggs highlighted his commitment to being a “good steward of the public’s trust” and found it rewarding to contribute to efforts that enhance Georgia’s judicial system. His resignation is influenced by “increasing family and personal obligations,” especially following his wife’s recent retirement from full-time teaching.
What’s next:
With Boggs stepping down, Governor Kemp will be responsible for appointing a new justice to the Georgia Supreme Court. Subsequently, the justices will select a new chief justice to lead the court. This transition marks a significant change in the state’s judicial leadership and presents an opportunity for new perspectives within the court.
Why you should care:
The resignation of Chief Justice Boggs is a pivotal moment for Georgia’s judicial system. His departure not only signifies a change in leadership but also opens the door for potential shifts in the court’s dynamics and decision-making processes. As the state prepares for this transition, the appointment of a new justice and the selection of a new chief justice will be crucial in shaping the future of Georgia’s legal landscape.
The Source: This Associated Press article uses information released by the Georgia Supreme Court.
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Georgia Finishes 15th at NCAA Championships – University of Georgia Athletics
In the overall standings, Georgia finished 15th with 64.5 points. Texas won its second-consecutive national championship with 445.5 points, followed by Florida (416), Indiana (351), and Arizona State (328). For the week, the Bulldogs tallied 17 All-America citations, including three First Team honors, with eight different athletes scoring in the meet.
Fast Facts
200y Backstroke – van Renen closed out his Bulldog career with First Team All-America honors, placing sixth in the final with a time of 1:39.05. Swimming in the first heat of prelims, van Renen finished fifth with a time of 1:38.05, the second-fastest time of his career and fourth-fastest in program history. The Cape Town, South Africa native wrapped up the meet with a team-high five All-America citations, finishing with 12 toal for his career at Georgia and Southern Illinois. Freshman Hayden Meyers earned Second Team All-America honors with a 16th-place time of 1:39.29, setting a new personal best and strengthening his position as the sixth-fastest performer in program history.
200y Butterfly – Sophomore Drew Hitchcock narrowly missed scoring with a 17th-place time of 1:40.43, his second-fastest mark of the season.
200y IM – Senior Cale Martter closed out his collegiate career with a 21st-place time of 1:43.05, the second-fastest of his season.
400y Freestyle Relay – Sophomore Tane Bidois, van Renen, junior Tomas Koski, and freshman Kris Mihaylov turned in an initial time of 2:48.37, but the team was disqualified due to an early takeoff.
Events
200y IM
1. Maximus Williamson, Virginia – 1:38.48
2. Owen McDonald, Indiana – 1:38.57
3. Baylor Nelson, Texas – 1:40.08
21. Cale Martter, Georgia – 1:43.05
100y Freestyle
1. Josh Liendo, Florida – 39.91
2. Jere Hribar, LSU – 40.33
3. Gui Caribe, Tennessee – 40.41
200y Butterfly
1. Ilya Kharun, Arizona State – 1:37.66
2. Thomas Heilman, Virginia – 1:38.16
3. Tyler Ray, Michigan – 1:38.47
17. Drew Hitchcock, Georgia – 1:40.43
200y Backstroke
1. Hubert Kos, Texas – 1:34.13
2. Jonny Marshall, Florida – 1:37.15
3. David King, Virginia – 1:37.43
6. Ruard van Renen, Georgia – 1:39.05
16. Hayden Meyers, Georgia – 1:39.29
Platform Diving
1. Emilio Trevino, Texas A&M – 465.30
2. Tyler Wills, Purdue – 451.15
3. Jesus Gonzalez, Florida – 427.25
400y Freestyle Relay
1. Arizona State – 2:42.38
2. NC State – 2:43.31
3. Florida – 2:44.38
Georgia – DQ
Standings
1. Texas, 445.5
2. Florida, 416
3. Indiana, 351
4. Arizona State, 328
5. Tennessee, 272
6. NC State, 258.5
7. California, 231
8. Michigan, 220
9. Virginia, 192
10. Stanford, 136
11. Virginia Tech, 86
12. Louisville, 82
13. Ohio State, 72
14. USC, 69
15. Georgia, 64.5
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