Trump picks former Nebraska solicitor general to fill federal judge vacancy

Trump announced the nomination Monday on Truth Social, praising Hamilton's work defending his administration's policies at the U.S. Department of Justice

October 20, 2026Updated: October 20, 2026

By Naydu Daza Maya

Trump picks former Nebraska solicitor general to fill federal judge vacancy

Eric HamiltonPhoto Credit - U.S. Department of Justice.

Regional

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State

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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