public scrutiny

Example Sentences

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After a forensic investigation and interviews with six clerks, the 11th Circuit Judicial Council issued a toothless private reprimand: Judge Ross was initially shielded from accountability, her identity shielded from public scrutiny.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

The health of former President Joe Biden, who was 78 when he took office in 2021, became a subject of intense public scrutiny towards the end of his term.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

After two years of litigation, the Food and Drug Administration admitted in March that it has more than 125,000 pages of documents, which it has withheld from public scrutiny for 30 years.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

I deserve justice, which is why I stand up and face unbearable public scrutiny in the name of a greater good — a world where predators are not in power.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Despite the money and recognition, Kate seemed aimless and faced increasing public scrutiny and scorn.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock