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Amul Roger Thapar

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
May 25, 2017CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
52–44Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 25, 2017 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Mar 21, 2017 · Judiciary Committee hearing Apr 26, 2017 · Confirmed May 25, 2017 · roll call 52–44 · Born 1969, MI

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of KentuckyGeorge W. BushJan 4, 2008Appointment to Another Judicial Position May 30, 2017
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth CircuitDonald J. TrumpMay 25, 2017Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.