Louisiana judge goes on unpaid leave over home video with racist slurs

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A Louisiana judge is temporarily stepping down after a video surfaced of people using racial slurs within her home.

Lafayette City Court Judge Michelle Odinet will temporarily step down from her position, according to a statement from her lawyer.

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