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Biden Surpasses Trump with 235 Judicial Confirmations

President Biden's 235th judicial confirmation exceeds Trump's record, emphasizing diversity in appointments before the incoming Republican-led Senate takes over.

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Updated: Dec 20th, 2024, 10:46 PM ET

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President Biden's recent confirmation of his 235th judicial nominee surpasses Donald Trump's previous record. The Senate's focus has been on enhancing diversity among appointees, with a notable increase in judges from historically underrepresented backgrounds, including women, people of color, and public defenders. Senate leaders acknowledge this accomplishment while preparing for a Republican-controlled Senate that could reshape judicial nominations in the future.

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