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Justin Reed Walker

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Sep 2, 2020CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
51–42Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 18, 2020 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 4, 2020 · Judiciary Committee hearing May 6, 2020 · Confirmed Jun 18, 2020 · roll call 51–42 · Born 1982, KY

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Western District of KentuckyDonald J. TrumpOct 25, 2019Appointment to Another Judicial Position Sep 2, 2020
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia CircuitDonald J. TrumpSep 2, 2020Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.