[3] Her nomination was supported by Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján.

President Biden nominated Davenport to the seat being vacated by Judge William P. Johnson, who will assume senior status upon confirmation of a successor.

[4][5] On September 25, 2024, a hearing on her nomination was held before the Senate Judiciary Committee.

[6] On November 21, 2024, her nomination was reported out of committee by an 11–10 party-line vote.

[7] On December 4, 2024, the United States Senate invoked cloture on her nomination by a 50–45 vote.