The nation's oldest sitting federal judge, 98-year-old Pauline Newman, who was suspended in 2024 amid complaints about her mental health, isn't backing down after being shelved for another year for refusing to undergo "neuropsychological testing." "In light of the length of time which has already elapsed, and Judge Newman's advanced age, Judge Newman respectfully requests that the consideration of this petition be expedited to the maximum extent possible." The Federal Circuit has requested that Newman, appointed in 1984 by President Ronald Reagan, undergo neuropsychological testing on account of her age. "The committee ultimately recommended a finding that Judge Newman had committed misconduct and recommended a one-year suspension from hearing cases," an Aug. 29 order noted. In addition, the Federal Circuit noted reports from doctors chosen by Newman for her legal battle have contradicted information provided to the committee, including statements from a physician that Newman cited.