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Personal details | |
Occupation | Politician |
Pronouns | He/him |
← 15th President of Redmont → | |
Preceded by | LilDigiVert |
Succeeded by | GoldBlooded |
Political party | Redmont Nationalist Party |
Vice president | Nacholebraa |
← 8th Chief Justice → | |
Preceded by | Drew_Hall |
Succeeded by | Nacholebraa |
Nominated by | Bezzergeezer |
← 9th Speaker of the House → | |
In office | 21 October - 11 November 2021, 12 November 2021 - 11 January 2022 |
Political Party | ICP |
← 19th Speaker of the House → | |
In Office | 12 March - 4 April 2023 |
Political Party | TEA |
xLayzur (also known as XL) is a prominent and controversial player in DemocracyCraft. He has served in nearly every branch of government, including President of Redmont (October 2023 – February 2024), Speaker of the House, Deputy Speaker, Senator, Vice President, and briefly as Chief Justice (for one day in March 2024). Known for prolific legislation, high-profile court battles, and a polarizing leadership style, he is considered one of the most consequential political figures in Redmont’s history.
Early Career
- Joined the server in 2021.
- First held office as a Representative.
- Built his reputation as an active legislator, authoring early bills on judicial and legislative standards.
Legislative Career
Major Acts Authored / Sponsored
- Judicial Standards Act – Introduced reforms to appeals and judicial accountability (“Peel Those Appeals” amendment).
- Legislative Standards Act – Sponsored multiple amendments, including the Congressional Committee Structure Act and Congressional Committees Reform Act.
- Taxation Act Amendments – Authored the Fair Taxes Act and Fair Property Tax Relief Act; later introduced the XL Taxation Act.
- Federal Reserve Act – Helped shape Redmont’s central banking system (later repealed).
- Commission Expansion Act (2021) – Set minimum commission rates (rescinded).
- REIT Formation Act – Attempted to allow creation of Real Estate Investment Trusts (vetoed).
- Clarity Act – Sought to clarify statutory interpretation (later repealed).
- Equal Judge Requirements Act – Co-authored judicial eligibility reforms.
- Executive Standards Act amendments – Co-sponsored reforms such as the Opportunity Act.
- No More Handouts Resolution – Opposed subsidies perceived as giveaways.
Executive Career
Presidency (Oct 2023 – Feb 2024)
- Issued numerous Executive Orders, including:
- EO 1/24 – Presidential Commendations (awarded commendations, including controversially to himself).
- EO 2/24 – XL Awards (Order of Redmont commendations).
- EO 28/23 – PURGE (Halloween event directive).
- EO 29/23 – Directive of Non-Enforcement (later repealed).
- EO 31/23 – Pharmaceutical and Regulatory Framework (pharmacy licensing, later made redundant).
- EO 3/24 – Respect Your Elders (RYE) (vetoed by server owner).
- EO 4/24 – Trifecta Clarification (later repealed).
Policies
- Pushed for stronger economic regulation, taxation reform, and judiciary efficiency.
- Advocated executive independence but clashed with courts and legislature over separation of powers.
Judicial Involvement
As a Litigant
- Commonwealth v. xLayzur [2021] SCR 12 – Case dismissed at plaintiff’s request.
- Commonwealth v. xLayzur [2022] SCR 19 – Dismissed.
- Commonwealth v. xLayzur [2023] FCR 56 – Dismissed at plaintiff’s request.
- xLayzur & Krix v. Politico [2023] FCR 62 – Defamation case, adjourned.
- Commonwealth v. xLayzur [2024] SCR 1 – Charged with obstruction, corruption, electoral fraud, and treason; acquitted on all charges.
As Context / Precedent
- MilkCrack v. Commonwealth [2024] SCR 5 – Court held the President (xLayzur) improperly initiated a POS election.
- Referenced in later cases (e.g., AlexanderLove v. Commonwealth [2025] FCR 7) regarding presidential powers.
Impeachment
- Impeached by the House of Representatives on 11 December 2023.
- Convicted and removed by the Senate; banned from office.
- Supreme Court overturned the conviction on 1 February 2024, reinstating him.
Chief Justice
- Appointed Chief Justice in March 2024.
- Tenure lasted one day before removal via Democracycraft Staff Team, the shortest in server history.
Legacy
- Prolific Lawmaker: Authored or co-sponsored dozens of acts across taxation, judiciary, and executive standards.
- Controversial Leader: Impeachment, lawsuits, and self-commendations fueled accusations of overreach.
- Polarizing Figure: Admired by some as an ambitious reformer; criticized by others for opportunism and authoritarian leanings.
- Historical Impact: Few players in DemocracyCraft history have had as wide an influence across all three branches of government.
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