LinkDistrict Links District Links: Senate committee advances 8 judicial nominees for vacancies on DC courts; firefighters ratify new contract; and more By Chris Kain On Jul 23, 2026 Last updated Jul 24, 2026 0 4 Share A Senate committee voted yesterday to advance six nominees for vacant seats on the DC Superior Court and another two nominees for vacancies on the DC Court of Appeals — a step forward in easing a long-standing issue that has led to extensive delays in the District’s local judicial system. 0 4 Share FacebookTwitterReddItWhatsAppEmailPrint