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Which Supreme Court nominee was the center of controversy during his nomination hearings on the grounds of sexual harassment?
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Also in 1991, the confirmation of Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas became the center of a controversial firestorm related to a sexual harassment charge.
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Was Clarence Thomas confirmed as a Supreme Court justice after Anita Hill accused him of sexual harassment?
Ultimately, Thomas was confirmed for the Supreme Court; the controversy, however, had a lasting effect on the nation's understanding of sexual harassment.
What Supreme Court justices was accused of sexual harassment during his confirmation hearings?
Clarence Thomas was accused of sexual harassment by Anita Hill. He attacked his accusers in the Senate Confirmation hearings head on, though, by refering to it as "nothing more than the high tech lynching of an uppity black man." His appointment was confirmed.
When did Elena Kagan Supreme Court nomination happen?
Elena Kagan Supreme Court nomination happened in 2010.
When did Sonia Sotomayor Supreme Court nomination happen?
Sonia Sotomayor Supreme Court nomination happened in 2009.
How does the senate judiciary committee influence the supreme court?
The Senate Judiciary Committee plays a crucial role in the nomination process for Supreme Court justices. It holds confirmation hearings for nominees, where they are questioned about their qualifications and views. The committee's recommendation, through a vote, can influence whether a nominee is confirmed. Additionally, the committee can affect the court through its oversight responsibilities, such as holding hearings on judicial actions or policy matters related to the court.
How does a person get on the US Supreme Court?
by nomination and election
What committee holds hearings to consider the qualifications of presidential appointees?
The President nominates new members to the Supreme Court, but the Senate must approve the nomination by a majority vote. This is part of the system of checks and balances that is supposed to prevent abuse of power
As opposed to the house what can the senate do?
1.) Confirm Nomination of Supreme Court Justices2.) Confirm Nomination of Presidential Cabinet members
If the Senate defeats a presidential nomination to the supreme court what is it called?
checks and balances
What has the supreme court ruled regarding the treatment of homosexuals in the workplace and sexual harassment?
Homosexuals are not a protected class and, therefore, are not covered by sexual harassment laws
What body has the power to accept or reject a presidents nomination in to the supreme court?
legilslative branch
Does the congress vote on a supreme court judge?
the senate confirms the nomination made by the president
