Myerscough Appointed for Federal Bench in Central Illinois

President Obama has nominated an Illinois appeals court judge to the Federal Bench for the Central District of Illinois.

Justice Sue Myerscough sits on the appellate bench in Springfield and ran unsuccessfully for the State Supreme Court. She has her law degree from Southern Illinois University and clerked for former federal judge Harold Baker. She has also served on the circuit court and in a private law practice.

Obama says Myerscough has shown an unwavering commitment to public service throughout her career and iis grateful for her decision to serve the American People from the District Court Bench. The nomination requires Senate Approval.