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Judge Clarease Rankin Yates Retires: A Legacy of Justice, Leadership, and Community Empowerment
After more than three decades of trailblazing service, Judge Clarease Rankin Yates has reached a new chapter in her illustrious career—her retirement. A pioneer in every sense of the word, Judge Yates was appointed to the U.S. Immigration Court in 1990, becoming the first African-American woman in the United States to hold such a position. Her career, spanning decades, has been marked by groundbreaking legal work, community leadership, and an unwavering commitment to justice.
