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Rodney Smith

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jun 14, 2019CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
78–18Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jun 12, 2019 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated Jan 23, 2019 · Judiciary Committee hearing (not listed) · Confirmed Jun 12, 2019 · roll call 78–18 · Born 1974, FL

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of FloridaDonald J. TrumpJun 14, 2019Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.