Judge confirms PSC commissioner will remain suspended

By: Keila Szpaller

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: September 1, 2026

Words: 906

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago


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Brad Molnar will serve out a suspension for one year from the Montana Public Service Commission, a district court judge ordered.

“The balance of the equities and the public interest require a functioning Public Service Commission free from sexual harassment and retaliation,” said Lewis and Clark County District Court Judge Mike Menahan.

Gov. Greg Gianforte suspended Molnar in July after an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.

Molnar was elected in November 2024 …

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