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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Dec 3, 2025

Judge Thomas A. Varlan of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee has announced that he will take senior status effective Oct. 5, 2026, The Chattanoogan reports. Varlan, who was nominated by President George W. Bush, has served as an active district judge for more than 22 years. He also served as chief judge of the district from 2012 to 2019. In commenting on his decision, Varlan said, “It has been my honor and privilege to have served our community and nation as a district court judge. I look forward to continuing to render substantial service to the court as a senior judge."