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Why did Gov. Jeff Landry, legislators crack down on New Orleans courts? Here’s the inside story.

The changes erased nine judgeships, cut 10 assistant district attorney posts and reduced Orleans Parish prosecutor funding by $500,000.

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Gov. Jeff Landry’s opening address to the state Legislature three months ago took an emotional turn when he looked up at the visitors gallery in the House chamber and asked the family of Jacob Carter to stand up.

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Why did Gov. Jeff Landry, legislators crack down on New Orleans courts? Here’s the inside story.

Gov. Jeff Landry and the Louisiana Legislature passed several bills targeting New Orleans’ court system. Here’s the inside story.

·New Orleans, United States
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The Advocate broke the news in Baton Rouge, United States on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
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