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District Judge Gail Horne Ray, presiding over a high-profile criminal case involving Black men accused of raping a White LSU student, dismissed a 1972 rape conviction and released a different rape suspect on reduced bail, sparking conflict concerns due to her son's rape conviction and her ties to the NAACP. The decisions have led to questions about potential bias and conflicts of interest, with the Louisiana Supreme Court ordering a stay in the case. The case involves the alleged rape and death of LSU sophomore Madison Brooks, with the suspects' lawyers claiming a racist undertone in the prosecution's pursuit of charges. The judge's decisions, including vacating a conviction and confrontation with the district attorney, have fueled controversy amidst public outcry over the case.
Source: YAHOO