The Texas judge who recently sparked internet outrage for berating an IT worker in his courtroom has been battling severe financial woes behind the scenes. According to court records, the newly elected official filed for bankruptcy last year while drowning in massive credit card debt.
Judge Nathan J. Milliron, who presides over the Texas 215th District Court, filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy in May 2025. The filing revealed that the embattled judge owed more than $75,000 to various creditors.
The hefty five-figure debt was largely spread across major credit card companies. Court documents show Milliron owed over $39,000 to American Express, upwards of $21,000 to Chase, nearly $7,000 to Bank of America, and more than $5,000 to Discover.
Chapter 13 bankruptcy is typically designed to help individuals restructure their debt and establish a manageable payment plan through the court. However, Milliron's legal relief was short-lived. His case was abruptly dismissed just a month after filing because he reportedly failed to comply with court orders, leaving him fully responsible for the mounting balances.
The financial turmoil unfolded just months after Milliron was voted into office and began his four-year term on the bench in early 2025. The judge has been under heavy public scrutiny recently after a viral video surfaced showing him losing his temper and aggressively scolding a courtroom IT professional.