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John Adams Inquirer Launches Comprehensive Judicial Accountability Database

January 16, 2026

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January 16, 2026

John Adams Inquirer Launches Comprehensive Judicial Accountability Database

New platform provides unprecedented transparency into judicial conduct and court performance

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The John Adams Inquirer today announced the launch of its comprehensive Judicial Accountability Database, a first-of-its-kind platform that aggregates data on judicial conduct, court performance, and public trust metrics across federal and state courts nationwide.

The database includes profiles of over 1,900 federal judges, 110 state court judges, and detailed information on 59 courts across the country. Each profile includes trust rankings, biographical information, appointment history, and links to external verification sources.

"Americans deserve to know how their courts are performing and whether judges are upholding their oath to provide equal justice under law," said the John Adams Inquirer editorial team. "This database represents a significant step toward judicial transparency and accountability."

Key Features of the Database:

    • Trust Rankings: Aggregated scores based on multiple data sources including news coverage, bar association records, and public feedback
    • Judge Profiles: Comprehensive biographical data, appointment information, and court assignments
    • Court Information: Contact details, accessibility information, and performance metrics
    • Clerk Profiles: Information on court clerks with disciplinary records and trust scores
    • Review System: Public review capability with institution response functionality
The John Adams Inquirer is named after America's second president, who famously defended British soldiers accused in the Boston Massacre, demonstrating that even unpopular defendants deserve fair representation under the law.

About John Adams Inquirer

The John Adams Inquirer is an independent investigative journalism organization dedicated to monitoring judicial bias, exposing unfair court decisions, and holding judges accountable. We believe in transparency, evidence-based reporting, and the pursuit of justice.

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