Trump Nominates Brad Kelley for Federal Judgeship in Louisiana’s Eastern District
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Trump Nominates Brad Kelley for Federal Judgeship in Louisiana’s Eastern District

Trump names LSU-trained lawyer and Army veteran Brad Kelley to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, citing support from both of the state's senators.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: August 18, 2026, 2:02 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump nominated Brad Kelley to serve as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, praising the LSU-trained lawyer and U.S. Army veteran.