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Kurt Damian Engelhardt

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
May 10, 2018CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
62–34Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 9, 2018 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 8, 2018 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jan 10, 2018 · Confirmed May 9, 2018 · roll call 62–34 · Born 1960, LA

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of LouisianaGeorge W. BushDec 13, 2001Appointment to Another Judicial Position May 15, 2018
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth CircuitDonald J. TrumpMay 10, 2018Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.