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Describe an advantage of having federal judges appointed rather than elected?
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∙ 9y ago
One advantage of having federal judges appointed rather than elected is that it reduces the possibility of outside influences corrupting the judges, such as special interest groups. Supreme Court Justices receive lifetime appointments.
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∙ 13y agoThe chief reason for not electing them is so that they aren't so accountable to the people.
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How is a federal judge elected?
(in the US) Federal judges are not elected, they are appointed by the President with the approval of the Senate.
How can you be elected for the Judicial branch?
Local judges are generally elected, but federal judges are appointed.
Who are chosen or appointed rather than elected?
federal judges
Can people directly elect federal judges?
Not in the US. Federal judges are appointed. not elected.
Why do you think the members of the federal reserve board are appointed rather than elected?
The federal reserve is a private organization. Its members are appointed.
Describe the difference between a territorial government and a state government?
In USA and Canada the first governs a territory, so representatives are appointed by Federal Government. The second has State or Provincial elected representatives.In USA and Canada the first governs a territory, so representatives are appointed by Federal Government. The second has State or Provincial elected representatives.
Are federal judges elected or appointed?
Federal judges are appointed. The President nominates a candidate for a vacancy on the bench, and the Senate votes whether to approve or reject the nomination.
How can the federal judges be removed from office?
by being elected and appointed by the senate
What is the portion of senators elected?
All senators are elected. There are no senators that are appointed to the position. This is true for both state and federal senators.
Does a provincial government have a senate?
Yes, but our senate is appointed, not elected.
How many main members are elected to the Federal Maritime Commission?
None are elected. The Federal Maritime Commission has five commissioners all of whom are appointed by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Are governors appointed by the President of the US and confirmed by the Supreme Court?
No, governors are elected by the people of a state. Federal judges are appointed by the President and confirmed by Congress.
