Oppose the Impeachment of Judge John Bates

I am writing to urge you to vote against any resolution to impeach Judge John Bates. Representative Andy Ogles' effort to remove Judge Bates appears to be based on a disagreement over a judicial ruling rather than any legitimate evidence of misconduct or incapacity. Judicial independence is a cornerstone of our democracy, ensuring that judges can make decisions based on the law and Constitution, not political pressure. Impeachment should be reserved for cases of clear ethical violations or criminal behavior, not as a tool to punish judges for decisions that some may disagree with. A vote to impeach Judge Bates under these circumstances would set a dangerous precedent that undermines the judiciary’s ability to function fairly and impartially. I urge you to uphold the integrity of our constitutional system by opposing this resolution. Thank you for your time and consideration.