"When I appointed Judge Christine Celeste to the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court in 2022, I knew that her deep knowledge of the law, and her commitment to public service -- in various roles representing the United States and the State of Maryland -- would be an asset to the people of Anne Arundel County and the legal profession.

Her extensive trial experience, both in civil and criminal court, as well as her expansive understanding of varied areas of the law, meant that the people of Anne Arundel County could trust that Christine was prepared to step into the role of a judge. That trust was well-placed.

Judge Celeste has been an example of judicial excellence on the bench and has shown the temperament and skills required of a judge. She has my full endorsement for her retention on the bench."