Through May 17, 2023, there were 890 authorized federal judicial posts and 75 vacancies. Seventy-three of those vacancies were for Article III judgeships. This report is limited to Article III courts, where appointees are confirmed to lifetime judgeships.
- From April 2 to May 1, one judge was confirmed.
- From April 2 to May 1, two judges were nominated.
By May 1, 832 days in office, President Joe Biden (D) had nominated 154 judges to Article III judgeships. For historical comparison*: