publication date: Oct 2, 2009
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author/source: kiticiangal
Seattle attorney Jenny Durkan has been confirmed as the Western District of Washington US Attorney.
Ms Durkan, an out lesbian, was nominated for the post by President Obama in May. Her nomination was endorsed recently by the State Judiciary Committee and unanimously agreed by the full Senate.
She will lead the Justice Department in Western Washington. A formal ceremony marking her installation is expected to take place soon.
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