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Stephen Chad Meredith

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Nov 3, 2025CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
48–45Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Oct 23, 2025 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jun 23, 2025 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jul 30, 2025 · Confirmed Oct 23, 2025 · roll call 48–45 (Voteview) · Born 1981, KY

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of KentuckyDonald J. TrumpNov 3, 2025Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.