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Daniel Mack Traynor

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

ActiveStatusHolds one of the court's regular seats.
Jul 24, 2026CommissionedWhen the appointment took effect.
48–47Senate confirmation voteConfirmed Jul 23, 2026 (ayes–nays as listed by the FJC).
QualifiedABA ratingAmerican Bar Association rating of the nominee, as listed by the FJC.

Nominated May 12, 2026 · Judiciary Committee hearing Jun 10, 2026 · Confirmed Jul 23, 2026 · roll call 48–47 (Voteview) · Born 1970, ND

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Federal judicial service

CourtAppointed byCommissionedEnded / status
U.S. District Court for the District of North DakotaDonald J. TrumpJan 13, 2020Appointment to Another Judicial Position Jul 28, 2026
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth CircuitDonald J. TrumpJul 24, 2026Current

Source: Federal Judicial Center Biographical Directory.