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04/20/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/20/2026 12:36

Newberger Appointed as Federal Public Defender for the District of Maryland

Newberger Appointed as Federal Public Defender for the District of Maryland

April 20, 2026

The Circuit Executive's Office announces that the Court of Appeals has appointed Katherine Tang Newberger as the next federal public defender for the District of Maryland, subject to a successful background investigation. Ms. Newberger's appointment date will be November 3, 2026.

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