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A judge clears the way for former Rhode Island House Speaker Joe Shekarchi to run for the Supreme Court, ruling he doesn’t violate ethics rules by applying — a move that could reshape the state’s judicial nomination process. The decision, made just before his interview with the Judicial Nominating Commission, centers on whether applying for a constitutional office exempts him from “revolving-door” laws. While the judge sided with Shekarchi, saying the governor’s constitutional power can’t be blocked by ethics statutes, the ruling is likely to face appeal — possibly even by the very court Shekarchi seeks to join. Advocacy groups are already eyeing a constitutional amendment, while the commission presses ahead with interviews and nominations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/50385c30d3dda3ad

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