Appeals court overturns Black man's conviction after judge says he 'looks like a criminal'

A federal judge said a Black defendant "looks like a criminal to me" during his drug trial.
The appeals court ruled the judge's comments were racially biased and undermined the integrity of the court.
The conviction was thrown out and a new trial was ordered with a different judge.
The judge apologized but claimed his remarks were out of frustration, not racial prejudice.
The appeals court said judges must treat all defendants with dignity, respect and fairness.