Today’s DJ has 9th Circuit Judge Mark J. Bennett known for wit, integrity, intelligence — Circuit judge ‘makes it clear what the sticking point is and communicates it.’

  • Bennett — a New York native — became Hawaii’s third ever 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals judge after his appointment by President Donald Trump
  • Bennett, a Republican, had rare bipartisan support during his nomination and confirmation process.
  • Competitive bridge player, holding the game’s second-highest rank of platinum grand master
  • As Hawai’i’s AG he argued two cases before the U.S. Supreme Court, prevailing 9-0 in both.