lied

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In September 2025, after a law clerk reported misconduct to the chief district court judge, Ross initially lied about it.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

"I lied, I told everyone that story," he said.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

“Really where the pain comes in for people is feeling like they’re being lied to or manipulated,” Burke said.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

She then lied to cover up her actions.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

“If you want to be lied to, no.”

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron