Circuit Judge Kent A. Jordan has reportedly revealed his intention to retire in January 2025 from the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals. Judge Jordan’s forthcoming departure, confirmed by the federal judiciary, is slated for Jan. 15 and precedes a presidential inauguration. More details are available on Law.com.
An intriguing aspect of Judge Jordan’s decision to retire is the potential political implications. The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals currently leans Republican in its composition. But given that there is one other open vacancy on the court, Judge Jordan’s retirement could provide an opportunity for a Democratic majority reversal.