News and Announcements

During the partial shutdown of the federal government, which began Dec. 22, 2018, the Judiciary has continued to operate by using court fee balances and other “no-year” funds. The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts has revised its original estimate and now is working toward the goal of sustaining paid operations through Jan. 18, 2019.

Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr., has issued his 2018 Year-End Report on the Federal Judiciary.

Despite a partial shutdown of the federal government, the Judiciary remains open and can continue operations for approximately three weeks, through Jan. 11, 2019, by using court fee balances and other funds not dependent on a new appropriation.

From preparation to recovery, court offices affected by a rough storm season implemented unique strategies, some consulting with courts affected by past natural disasters to learn how to restore court operations as quickly as possible. 

With the help of a federal judge and a football stadium of cheering spectators, 65 immigrants from 38 nations became United States citizens, as the Jacksonville Jaguars hosted a naturalization ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 16.

In a new, five-minute video, federal judges offer insights into their thinking about the separation of powers and describe how healthy tensions among the branches have a stabilizing effect on democracy. The judges also share their respect for and commitment to this founding principle, which has an impact on everyday American life.

The federal Judiciary has succeeded dramatically in its five-year quest to reduce building space and rental costs, exceeding its original reduction goals by nearly 30 percent.

Jill Langley, director of workplace relations for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit, has been selected as the federal Judiciary’s first judicial integrity officer.

Judiciary employees from eight federal courts have received the 2018 Director’s Awards, which recognize outstanding performance, innovation and dedication nationwide.

Intercircuit assignments are the Judiciary's in-house solution to combatting heavy caseloads, allowing for judges in one jurisdiction to temporarily volunteer their services in another, helping courts in need.