Judges and Judiciary
Aug. 6, 2011
Trott's 9th Circuit seat languishes
The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals seat formerly occupied by Judge Stephen S. Trott has been left empty for more than six years, the longest period for any of the 88 vacancies on the federal bench.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
WASHINGTON - Six years, seven months, five days and counting - that's how long the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals seat formerly occupied by Judge Stephen S. Trott has sat empty, the longest period for any of the 88 vacancies on the federal bench.
The seat has languished unfilled because senators from California and Idaho continue to insist the nominee come from their respective home st...
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