Suburban Detroit Judge Kathleen Ryan Removed from Docket After Racist Remarks Surface

The shocking revelations of racist and homophobic comments made by suburban Detroit Judge Kathleen Ryan have sent shockwaves through the community. The initial recordings that surfaced last month led to her removal from the docket, but now, even more disturbing comments have come to light.

In the newly revealed recordings obtained by ABC 7 Investigators, Judge Ryan can be heard making derogatory remarks about Oakland County Executive David Coulter, who is gay, as well as disparaging Black Americans. Her comments are not only offensive but deeply troubling, especially coming from someone in a position of power and authority.

One of the most alarming statements attributed to Judge Ryan is her use of racial slurs and derogatory language towards Black individuals, including a shocking outburst against the Black Lives Matter movement and the #MeToo movement. Her comments reflect a disturbing mindset that has no place in a fair and just legal system.

Judge Ryan’s tenure on the bench spans over a decade, raising questions about how long these hateful beliefs have been influencing her decisions. The community is left wondering whether her leave from the bench will be permanent, and what steps will be taken to address the systemic issues that allowed someone with such abhorrent views to hold a position of authority in the first place.