Jackson city attorney recuses herself from discrimination, sexual harassment lawsuits

Amid city drama, Jackson attorney recuses herself

As Jackson’s sexual harassment lawsuit saga continues, City Attorney Monica Joiner is recusing herself where she sees fit, including in a case involving her fiance, Jackson Mayor Tony Yarber’s bodyguard.

So far, Joiner has recused herself from three cases: two racial discrimination suits against the city and one sexual harassment suit against Yarber, in which Joiner is accused of pursuing a sexual relationship with the mayor.

Clarion Ledger
9/1/16