Melissa DuBose makes history as first Black and out LGBTQ+ US District Court judge in Rhode Island

Melissa DuBose has made history as the first Black and out LGBTQ+ judge to serve on the US District Court in Rhode Island.

On Friday (3 January), DuBose took an oath during a private ceremony, which her family and staff at the federal courthouse attended in Providence in the state, as per a press release.

Chief Judge John J. McConnell Jr. said, “It is my great honour to welcome Judge DuBose to the federal bench.

“Her extensive experience, dedication to justice, and commitment to fairness will be invaluable to our court and the legal community. I look forward to working alongside her as she brings her thoughtful perspective and unwavering integrity to this new role.”

DuBose worked as a teacher prior to her legal career. (District of Rhode Island website)

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