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Dana Marie Douglas

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit · Appointed by Joseph R. Biden (Democratic)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Dec 16, 2022CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
65–31Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 13, 2022 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jun 15, 2022 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 27, 2022 · Confirmed Dec 13, 2022 · roll call 65–31 · Born 1975, LA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth CircuitJoseph R. BidenDec 16, 2022Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.