Trump replaces judicial nominee in last-ditch bid to reshape US appeals court

Economic Times - Nov 11, 2026

US President Trump has rescinded Judge Lee Rudofsky's nomination for the 8th US Circuit Court of Appeals. This decision came after opposition from Arkansas' Republican senators, John Boozman and Tom Cotton. The nomination was replaced with Arkansas Supreme Court Justice J. Cody Hiland due to uncertain confirmation prospects. Judge Rudofsky acknowledged that home-state support is crucial for the Senate confirmation process.

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