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Judge orders state to halt paychecks for Commerce Department director

source: Cascade County District Court Judge Elizabeth Best -> target: Montana Department of Commerce Director Marta Bertoglio

On 2026-04-23, Cascade County District Court Judge Elizabeth Best ruled that Montana Department of Commerce Director Marta Bertoglio was unconstitutionally appointed and should not continue working or receive paychecks and benefits. The ruling also sought to bar the Montana Department of Administration from paying her salary or benefits while related litigation continues.

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Cascade CountyMontanaNorth AmericaUnited StatesNorth America47.508, -111.451
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