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John Michael Gallagher

Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania · Appointed by Donald J. Trump (Republican)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Dec 31, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
83–9Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Dec 19, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Oct 15, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing Oct 16, 2019 · Confirmed Dec 19, 2019 · roll call 83–9 · Born 1966, NY

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of PennsylvaniaDonald J. TrumpDec 31, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.