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Michael Yale Scudder, Jr.

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
May 21, 2018CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
90–0Senate confirmation voteConfirmed May 14, 2018 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
Well QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Feb 15, 2018 · Judiciary Committee hearing Mar 21, 2018 · Confirmed May 14, 2018 · roll call 90–0 · Born 1971, IN

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh CircuitDonald J. TrumpMay 21, 2018Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.