Trump nominates North Dakota federal judge for appeals court vacancy

By: Mary Steurer

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: May 12, 2026

Words: 433

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump has nominated North Dakota U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Traynor to the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals.

If his nomination is confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Traynor would replace 8th Circuit Judge Ralph Erickson, who is chambered in Fargo. Erickson last month announced his intent to retire from active service on the court and become a senior judge.

Traynor was recommended for the position by Republican U.S. Sens. John Hoeven and …

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