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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today announced the Senate unanimously confirmed Judge Henry Floyd to serve on the South Carolina federal district court. Floyd was nominated by President Bush in May to fill the federal district court vacancy in South Carolina left open when Judge Dennis Shedd was promoted to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond. “I am pleased to see Judge Floyd unanimously confirmed by the Senate,” said Graham, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee. “This reflects well on his qualifications, and demonstrates the Senate’s confidence in his abilities for this most important job. President Bush could not have selected a more qualified candidate or a better person.” “He has been a state judge for over a decade and received high marks for his performance from attorneys across the state,” said Graham. “He has also demonstrated impartiality and civility to all who appear before him. I’m confident Judge Floyd will demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism and serve our state and nation well.” Floyd previously served on South Carolina’s Thirteenth Judicial Circuit, to which he was elected in May 1992. He has also served as county attorney for Pickens, commissioner on the South Carolina Forestry Commission, and as a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. “Judge Floyd has an exceptional legal mind, impeccable character, and a legacy of fair application of the law,” said Graham. “He is a fine man and will be a great addition to the federal bench.” The confirmation will now be sent to President Bush for his signature. ####