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Funke named Nebraska Chief Justice

Supreme Court Justice Jeffrey Funke has been named Nebraska's next Chief Justice as current Chief Justice Mike Heavican retires at the end of the month.

At a news conference held on Oct. 25, Governor Jim Pillen announced the appointment, with Chief Justice Heavican, Lt. Governor Joe Kelly, and Justice Funke's family present at the podium.

Funke expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent the entire state in his new role. He has served on the state's Supreme Court for the last eight years, following roles as a county court judge and then as a district court judge before his appointment...

 

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