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Kentucky Judge Exit Sparks Vacancy | Lexington News
Kentucky’s federal bench is about to shift as Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove steps down to become dean of the University of Kentucky College of Law, opening a key judicial vacancy President Trump is poised to fill with a conservative nominee. Appointed in 2005, Van Tatenhove’s move ends his lifetime federal judgeship, sparking controversy with a faculty-led lawsuit and criticism from Governor Andy Beshear. With McConnell and Paul likely steering the nomination process — though Trump’s administration may override tradition — the Senate confirmation could take months, and the chosen candidate is…
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