David W. Foley

David W. Foley is a judge in Chautauqua County, New York, known for presiding over significant court cases, including the recent sentencing of Hadi Matar, who attacked author Salman Rushdie. In his role, Judge Foley emphasized the importance of free expression and the implications of violence against it, asserting that Matar's actions were not only an assault on Rushdie but also a threat to the fundamental values of society.