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Iain David Johnston

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Sep 23, 2020CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
77–14Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Sep 17, 2020 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Feb 12, 2020 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 24, 2020 · Confirmed Sep 17, 2020 · roll call 77–14 · Born 1965, IL

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of IllinoisDonald J. TrumpSep 23, 2020Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.