Supreme Court Justice INVESTIGATED — Scandal Explodes

Utah Supreme Court Justice Diana Hagen faces a state-led investigation over allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a lawyer involved in a pivotal redistricting case, raising alarms about judicial integrity amid Republican oversight.

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Utah Gov. Spencer Cox (R) and GOP legislative leaders launched an independent probe into Justice Diana Hagen after the Judicial Conduct Commission dropped its review.
Allegations stem from Hagen’s ex-husband, who claimed she exchanged suggestive texts with attorney David Reymann during a key redistricting lawsuit in 2024.
Both Hagen and Reymann deny any improper relationship, emphasizing no conflict influenced court rulings.
The probe underscores eroding public trust in courts, echoing nationwide frustrations with elite institutions prioritizing self-preservation over accountability.

Allegations Surface from Divorce Proceedings

Tobin Hagen, ex-husband of Justice Diana Hagen, filed a complaint in late 2024 with Chief Justice Matthew Durrant and the Judicial Conduct Commission. He alleged discovering inappropriate text messages between Hagen and attorney David Reymann. These exchanges reportedly began as casual but grew suggestive. The couple socialized with Reymann in November and December 2024, shortly after Hagen authored an opinion striking down Utah’s legislative redistricting efforts. Their divorce finalized in April 2025. Hagen met Reymann one-on-one in March 2025 for the first time in years, per her account.

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David Reymann represented plaintiffs in the redistricting case, which reshaped Utah’s congressional map. Critics question whether personal ties compromised judicial impartiality, especially as the ruling favored changes opposed by Republican lawmakers. Hagen maintains she remained faithful during her marriage and recused from Reymann-related cases in 2025. Reymann called the claims false. No text messages were shown to investigators, limiting initial evidence.

Judicial Conduct Commission Closes Preliminary Review

The Judicial Conduct Commission interviewed Tobin Hagen but found insufficient evidence for further action. Investigators noted pursuing the matter would prove intrusive and embarrassing without stronger proof. Hagen praised the commission’s process, stating she self-reported the allegations and provided a sworn statement. She committed to judicial ethics and impartiality. This closure prompted dissatisfaction from state leaders, who viewed unresolved questions as a threat to institutional trust.

Gov. Spencer Cox, Senate President Stuart Adams, and House Speaker Mike Schultz announced the independent investigation on Thursday. Their joint statement emphasized objective examination of facts to restore confidence. They argued the commission’s initial review left key issues unaddressed, particularly given the redistricting case’s political stakes.

Broader Implications for Judicial Trust and Governance

This probe highlights growing bipartisan skepticism toward government elites, including judges who wield unchecked power. Conservatives decry potential biases in rulings overturning voter-backed maps, while shared concerns across aisles focus on accountability deficits. In 2026, with federal Republicans advancing America First reforms, state-level scandals reinforce demands for transparency. Hagen remains on the bench but avoids Reymann-linked cases. Outcomes may reshape conflict-of-interest standards in sensitive litigation, bolstering public faith or exposing deeper systemic flaws.