What's New. President Joe Biden is facing criticism for vetoing the bipartisan JUDGES Act, which would have added 66 new judges to federal courts that are understaffed.. Why It Matters. If it had ...

Legislation meant to enable a sitting New York judge’s family to receive state-paid death benefits is on Gov. Kathy Hochul's desk, with a Dec. 13 deadline for her to either sign or veto the measure.