Rowan Wilson Sworn in as New York's First African American Chief Judge

Rowan Wilson Sworn in as New York's First African American Chief Judge

September 14, 2023

Rowan Wilson, New York state’s first African American chief judge, was inducted into his post Tuesday in a ceremony that was the culmination of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s lengthy struggle to win confirmation of a new top jurist.

Wilson took the oath of office as Hochul, who nominated him to the post, stood by his side.

Hochul said Wilson has a great record as an associate judge on the court and will lend the New York Court of Appeals new respect. She said that’s important at a time when state courts are needed to counter a conservative U.S. Supreme Court.

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