Carlos Murguia

Carlos Murguia (born September 21, 1957) is a former United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Kansas.

Early life and education

Murguia is one of seven children of Alfred and Amalia Murguia, who emigrated from Mexico in 1950. He was born in 1957 in Kansas City, Kansas. Murguia was raised in the Kansas City community of Argentine.

Resignation

Acknowledging his transgressions referenced above, on February 18, 2020, Murguia submitted his letter of resignation to President Donald Trump, which took effect April 1, 2020.

Personal

When Murguia's younger sister, Mary H. Murguia, joined the United States District Court for the District of Arizona, they became the first brother and sister to serve on the United States federal bench. Another sister, Janet Murguía, is a noted civil rights leader who currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of La Raza. Murguia was married to Ann Brandau-Murguia, former Wyandotte County Commissioner.