Judge Blocks City from Sealing IG Docs

A Baltimore judge just dealt another blow to Mayor Brandon Scott’s efforts to control the inspector general’s investigation, denying the city’s request to seal sensitive documents and blocking attempts to remove the IG’s outside legal team. The judge found no legal basis for secrecy, reaffirming the IG’s right to independent counsel and raising serious questions about the mayor’s authority over oversight probes. With voters having previously strengthened the IG’s independence, this ruling could force Scott to push new legislation — or face continued legal challenges over his administration’s transparency. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e168b3c4631ddf3b