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U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island
4 sitting judgesConfirmed from the official record
3 in active service and 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa Raye DuBoseJudge. Active | Joseph R. Biden | 51 to 47 | |
| Mary Susan McElroyJudge. Active | Donald J. Trump | Voice vote | |
| John James McConnell, Jr.Judge. Active | Barack Obama | 50 to 44 | |
| Mary M. LisiJudge. Senior status since October 1, 2015 | William J. Clinton | Voice vote |