Miguel Estrada

Miguel Estrada is a lawyer and former nominee to serve as a judge on the U.S. Supreme Court. He was highly regarded for his legal skills and experience in constitutional law and appellate court work. In 2001, President George W. Bush nominated him to the Supreme Court, but his confirmation was blocked by Senate Democrats amid political disagreements and concerns over his judicial record. Estrada's nomination highlighted debates over judicial philosophy and partisanship in the confirmation process. Despite this, he is respected for his legal expertise and contributions to appellate advocacy.