Trump’s ‘Superstar’ Appellate Judges Have Voted 133 to 12 in His Favor
The New York Times • 1/11/2026 • Last cited 1/12/2026
Summary
President Trump's appointed appellate judges have voted 133 to 12 in favor of his positions, demonstrating strong support for his agenda against legal challenges, according to The New York Times. This alignment reflects Trump's commitment to filling the appeals courts with judges who share his views.
Lindy Score Breakdown
26
Age (0-35)
4 days
20
Velocity (0-40)
5 sources
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
8
Breadth (0-15)
5 unique
Total Score62/100
AnalysisRisk 10
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 5 independent sources
Age: 4 days - proven survivor
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