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William Jerrol Crain

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Dec 19, 2025CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
49–46Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 9, 2025 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Oct 21, 2025 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 22, 2025 · Confirmed Dec 9, 2025 · roll call 49–46 (Voteview) · Born 1961, LA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of LouisianaDonald J. TrumpDec 19, 2025Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.