The Eastern District of New York is a federal judicial district that covers parts of New York City, including the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens, as well as Long Island. It was established in 1865 and is one of the 94 federal judicial districts in the United States. The district court handles a variety of cases, including civil and criminal matters. The court's main location is in the Brooklyn courthouse, with additional facilities in Central Islip on Long Island. Judges in this district are appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the Senate, ensuring a fair judicial process for all cases.