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Kathleen Smithgall Lane

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jun 18, 2026CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
52–46Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 2, 2026 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Not QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Mar 2, 2026 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 25, 2026 · Confirmed Jun 2, 2026 · roll call 52–46 (Voteview) · Born 1991, GA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of MontanaDonald J. TrumpJun 18, 2026Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.