Facing public criticism, Rep. Julie Casimiro resigns

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: August 31, 2026

Words: 666

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Rep. Julie Casimiro is ending her final term in office early, confirming in a Monday afternoon email to Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha’s office that she is resigning at the close of the day.

The three-paragraph email, obtained by Rhode Island Current, comes amid mounting pressure for Casimiro to give up her seat — and legislative salary — because she no longer lives in Rhode Island. Casimiro, formerly of …

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