SEC Rules Under Fire in Baton Rouge | New Orleans News

In a dramatic courtroom showdown in Baton Rouge, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and District Attorney Tony Clayton pulled off a major legal victory for college athletes seeking to return to their teams — defeating the SEC’s stance on keeping pro athletes out of college ball. While Clayton celebrated justice served, opposing DA Jason Williams stayed silent after the hearing, highlighting the unusual nature of his involvement in a civil case amid his usual criminal caseload. Though Williams typically handles high-profile New Orleans cases, Clayton — who runs his own private practice — is more common in this setup. Murrill’s presence likely signals support for LSU, and despite past tensions, this battle wasn’t personal. The SEC is also waging a separate federal fight in Alabama, adding layers to an evolving legal saga across state lines. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/9ff66c5445bbc70b