HOUSTON — Dr. Matthews praised the recusal of Judge Damiane Dianne Curvey from an ongoing legal matter, saying the decision marks a step toward greater fairness and accountability in Harris County courts.

During remarks following the recusal, Dr. Matthews credited Harris County Administrative Judge Susan Brown with signing the order and argued that Judge Curvey should have removed herself from the case earlier because of what Dr. Matthews described as a conflict of interest.

“The days of weaponizing our courts are done,” Dr. Matthews said, while criticizing what she characterized as the misuse of the judicial system in Harris County.

Dr. Matthews also accused Judge Curvey of discussing closed and sealed records that she said were not publicly known and alleged the judge was aware of a conflict of interest but refused to recuse herself. She further accused Judge Curvey of “coaching from the bench” and announced plans to file an additional complaint with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct (SCJC).

According to Dr. Matthews, the recusal signed by Judge Susan Brown will allow the matter to move forward before a different judge.

Judge Curvey has not publicly responded to the allegations. The matter remains ongoing.