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John A. Mendez

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Apr 17, 2022: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Apr 17, 2008CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed Apr 10, 2008 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Sep 6, 2007 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 21, 2008 · Confirmed Apr 10, 2008 · voice vote · Born 1955, CA

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California	George W. Bush	Apr 17, 2008	Senior status since Apr 17, 2022

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.