Texas Judge Faces Backlash for Rebuking IT Technician

A Harris County judge in Texas has drawn widespread criticism after a viral video captured him sharply rebuking a courthouse IT technician during a routine technical fix, prompting further controversy when he summoned a defense attorney to court for questioning the judge's demeanor.

The incident occurred last week in Judge Nathan Milliron's courtroom at the 215th District Court. Footage shows the IT worker assisting with an audio issue on the judge's device. After resolving the problem quickly, the technician remarked it was a "false alarm" and later quipped "false positive" with a light laugh. Milliron responded sternly, insisting, "No, it wasn't a false alarm. Don't joke around. I'm serious about this. It was happening." He then directed the worker to leave, saying, "Thank you. Get out of my courtroom." Once the technician departed, Milliron instructed someone off-camera to contact the worker's supervisor and expressed frustration, muttering, "Jesus Christ. I'm sick and tired of this bullshit today."

The video, which has amassed millions of views on social media platforms, highlights what many viewers described as unprofessional conduct toward a staff member simply performing...