Kent, Samuel B. Born 1949 in Denver, CO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas Nominated by George H.W. Bush on August 3, 1990, to a seat vacated by Hugh Gibson. Confirmed by the Senate on September 28, 1990, and received commission on October 1, 1990. Service terminated on June 30, 2009, due to resignation. Education: University of Texas, B.A., 1971 University of Texas School of Law, J.D., 1975 Professional Career: Private practice, Galveston, Texas, 1975-1990 Impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives, June 19, 2009.