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David Ryan Stras

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jan 31, 2018CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
56–42Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jan 30, 2018 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 8, 2018 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Jan 30, 2018 · roll call 56–42 · Born 1974, KS

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth CircuitDonald J. TrumpJan 31, 2018Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.