Senate Confirms President Biden’s 100th Federal Judge, Marking a Milestone in Democrats’ Goal to Reshape the Judiciary

President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer have achieved a milestone, with the Senate’s confirmation of the 100th federal judge nominated by the President. This achievement is part of the Democrats’ priority to reshape the U.S. courts with judges who are younger, liberal and more diverse than the current bench.

The Senate voted 54-45 to confirm Judge Gina Méndez-Miró to the federal district court in Puerto Rico, passing a key test vote that indicates she has the necessary support. President Biden expressed pride in his statement celebrating the achievement, noting that strengthening the federal judiciary with qualified judges devoted to the Constitution and rule of law has been among his proudest work in office.

The confirmation of Judge Méndez-Miró marks a significant step forward in the Democrats’ goal to reshape the federal judiciary. The nominees put forward by President Biden and confirmed by the Senate represent the diversity that is one of the nation’s greatest strengths. This includes diversity in terms of race and ethnicity, as well as professional experience.

The confirmation of Judge Méndez-Miró is a testament to the Democrats’ commitment to reshaping the federal judiciary and ensuring that it reflects the diversity of the nation. It is also a reminder of the importance of the 2022 midterm elections, which will determine the future of the federal judiciary and the nation.