Morning Wire St. Louis Prosecutor Under Fire & SCOTUS Student Loan Case | 2.28.23
Feb 28, 2023
A teenage athlete’s tragic accident sparks outrage over criminal accountability in St. Louis. The city’s prosecutor faces intense backlash amid debates surrounding public safety and legal reform. Meanwhile, Colorado College and others pull out of traditional college rankings, advocating for more equitable education methods. Finally, the Supreme Court hears crucial arguments about President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, raising significant questions about its legality and potential impact on states.
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Tragic Accident in St. Louis
- 17-year-old Janae Edmondson lost her legs after being hit by a car in St. Louis.
- The driver, Daniel Riley, was out on bond despite violating it over 100 times.
Backlash Against Kim Gardner
- Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey called for Kim Gardner's resignation, citing her mishandling of cases.
- Gardner, St. Louis District Attorney, refused, blaming the judge and calling the criticism politically motivated.
Colorado College Rejects Rankings
- Colorado College withdrew from U.S. News rankings, citing the system's reliance on wealth and privilege.
- President L. Song Richardson argued that the rankings incentivize admitting wealthy students, skewing the data.