The current term of office of David Beneman, Federal Public Defender for the District of Maine, is due to expire on December 29, 2021. The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit is considering the reappointment of David Beneman to a new four-year term of office subject to public notice and opportunity for public comment. Members of the bar and the public are invited to submit comments by Monday, August 16, 2021. More information is available by clicking here.