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Nicholas Jon Ganjei

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Mar 10, 2026CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
51–45Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Feb 3, 2026 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 5, 2026 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Feb 3, 2026 · roll call 51–45 (Voteview) · Born 1979, CA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of TexasDonald J. TrumpMar 10, 2026Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.