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Peter Joseph Phipps

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jul 17, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
56–40Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 16, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 13, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 5, 2019 · Confirmed Jul 16, 2019 · roll call 56–40 · Born 1973, TX

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of PennsylvaniaDonald J. TrumpOct 17, 2018Appointment to Another Judicial Position Jul 22, 2019
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third CircuitDonald J. TrumpJul 17, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.