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Diane S. Sykes

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit · Appointed by George W. Bush (Republican)

SeniorStatusSenior status since Oct 1, 2025: semi-retired, still hears some cases.

Jul 1, 2004CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.

70–27Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 24, 2004 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).

Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Nov 14, 2003 · Judiciary Committee hearing Feb 11, 2004 · Confirmed Jun 24, 2004 · roll call 70–27 · Born 1957, WI

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Federal judicial service

Court	Appointed by	Commissioned	Ended / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit	George W. Bush	Jul 1, 2004	Senior status since Oct 1, 2025

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.