Trump Nominee Katie Lane Confirmed to Montana Federal Bench

Senate OKs Lane as federal judge

U.S. Sens. Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy on Tuesday helped finalize the confirmation of Katie Lane, a lawyer for the Republican National Committee, as the newest federal judge in Montana.

Trump nominee Katie Lane confirmed to Montana federal bench

Bozeman attorney Katie Lane's nomination to the U.S. District Court of Montana advanced to Senate review, with further hearings pending and confirmation requiring Judiciary Committee and full Senate votes.

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