Allison Dale Burroughs

Allison Dale Burroughs is a U.S. District Court judge for the District of Massachusetts, nominated by President Barack Obama in 2014. A seasoned prosecutor with a rich background in law, she has tackled significant cases, including high-stakes matters involving Harvard University. Burroughs is known for her commitment to justice and integrity, having previously worked as a U.S. attorney where she prosecuted a range of criminal offenses. Notably, she has ruled on pivotal issues such as affirmative action in college admissions and has issued important temporary restraining orders against the Trump administration's policies.