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U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho
A federal trial (district) court in the Ninth Circuit. 2 active judges and 2 on senior status (semi-retired, still hearing some cases), per the Federal Judicial Center.
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Who appointed the current judges
Judges
| Judge | Status | Appointed by | Commissioned | Senate confirmation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Kathleen Brailsford Chief Judge | Active | D Joseph R. Biden | May 17, 2023 | May 4, 2023 · voice vote |
| David Charles Nye | Active | R Donald J. Trump | Jul 12, 2017 | Jul 12, 2017 · roll call 100–0 |
| Edward J. Lodge | Senior status since Jul 3, 2015 | R George H.W. Bush | Nov 27, 1989 | Nov 21, 1989 · voice vote |
| B. Lynn Winmill | Senior status since Aug 16, 2021 | D William J. Clinton | Aug 14, 1995 | Aug 11, 1995 · voice vote |
Source: Federal Judicial Center, Biographical Directory of Article III Federal Judges. “Commissioned” is the date the appointment took effect. Confirmation votes are as listed by the FJC (ayes–nays); recent roll calls link to Voteview where found.