Chicago Council of Lawyers Acting Executive Director David Melton was featured on FOX 32 Chicago to discuss the results of the Cook County judicial retention elections and the role judicial evaluations play in helping voters make informed decisions.

In the segment, “Evaluating the Judicial Election Results in Cook County,” FOX 32 reported that all 60 Cook County circuit judges up for retention were on track to retain their seats, with three judges remaining just above the 60% threshold required for retention.

Melton provided perspective on the election results and the importance of providing voters with reliable, nonpartisan information about judicial candidates and sitting judges.

The Chicago Council of Lawyers has a longstanding role in evaluating candidates for judicial office and judges seeking retention. Through VoteForJudges.org, voters can also access judicial evaluation results and other resources designed to help them better understand judicial elections.