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Amanda Kathleen Brailsford Chief Judge

Judge, U.S. District Court for the District of Idaho · Appointed by Joseph R. Biden (Democratic)

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
May 17, 2023CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
Voice voteSenate confirmation voteConfirmed May 4, 2023 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 31, 2023 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 22, 2023 · Confirmed May 4, 2023 · voice vote · Born 1967, ID

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of IdahoJoseph R. BidenMay 17, 2023Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.