Tag:federal courts

Diverse Biden Appeals Court Choices Reflect Varied Backgrounds, Professional Experiences

As President Joe Biden fills more than a dozen seats on federal appeals courts, his nominations show varied experience and diversity.

Senate Confirms Jackson, First Biden Appeals Court Choice

The Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first U.S appellate court judge of President Joe Biden’s administration in a 53-46 vote.

Senate Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Rossman Nomination

Veronica Rossman testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday as the panel considered whether to recommend her confirmation.

Senate Ends Filibuster on Jackson, Biden’s First Appeals Court Nominee and Readies Vote to Confirm Third Federal District Court Pick

The Senate decided Thursday to end debate on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s nomination to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

Federal Courts Weigh in on Restaurant Revitalization Fund 

Several federal court decisions cast doubt on race and sex preferences in a program to give financial help to the nation’s restaurants.

Biden Nominates Veronica Rossman for 10th Circuit Seat

President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that he has nominated Veronica Rossman, a veteran criminal defense lawyer from Denver, to the 10th U.S. Circuit Court...

Climate Change Case to Impact Others Questioning Oil Company Liability

The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Dec. 19 in case that could affect climate change lawsuits filed by local governments nationwide

Aid-in-Dying Lawsuit Returns to State Court

A lawsuit over a doctor’s right to prescribe aid-in-dying medication to a terminally ill patient was kicked back to state court Oct. 4 after...