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U.S. District Court for the District of Montana
6 sitting judgesConfirmed from the official record
3 in active service and 3 in senior status. Newest commission first.
Source: Federal Judicial Center, Biographical Directory of Article III Federal Judges. Our copy saved October 16, 2026, fingerprint 92b677f26553b479.
| Judge | Appointed by | Senate vote | Commissioned |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Smithgall LaneJudge. Active | Donald J. Trump | 52 to 46 | |
| William Walter MercerJudge. Active | Donald J. Trump | 52 to 45 | |
| Susan Pamela WattersJudge. Senior status since June 8, 2026 | Barack Obama | 77 to 19 | |
| Brian Matthew MorrisJudge. Active | Barack Obama | 75 to 20 | |
| Dana Lewis ChristensenJudge. Senior status since November 7, 2025 | Barack Obama | Voice vote | |
| Donald W. MolloyJudge. Senior status since August 16, 2011 | William J. Clinton | Voice vote |