West Virginia Debates Judicial Selection Changes
West Virginia joins a national discussion on how judges are chosen as governors and officials weigh nonpartisan or merit-based methods. States vary with many relying on partisan elections for trial and appellate seats while a few move toward appointment and retention plans.
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West Virginia House names new majority leader Brent Boggs
HARLESTON AP The West Virginia House of Delegates tapped Brent Boggs for majority leader replacing Joe DeLong who resigned to run for secretary of state. Boggs 52 from Braxton County is vice chair of the Finance Committee and was elected to the House in 1996. He has also chaired the Roads and Transportation Committee and led the Agriculture Committee as vice chair.
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Caruth says smaller GOP numbers won’t end Senate clout
West Virginia Senate minority leader Don Caruth notes Republicans have fallen from twelve to eight members as lawmakers prepare for February session. He emphasizes GOP effectiveness remains through shared conservative values with many Democrats and bipartisan support on key issues and amendments.
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