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Yes. The President nominates Article III federal judges (Judicial Branch), but the nominee must be approved by the Senate. Technically, the appointment process involves both the President and the Senate; however, the President is given credit (or blame) for the appointment.
- US District Court
- US Court of International Trade
- US Court of Appeals Circuit Courts
- Supreme Court of the United States
- US Bankruptcy Courts (Article I, 14-year appointments)
- US Tax Courts (Article I, 15-year appointments)
- US Court of Federal Claims (Article I, 15-year appointments)
The President doesn't appoint US District Court magistrates (lower level judges), which are hired by District Court judges for eight-year terms. US District Court judges and Article I judges (bankruptcy, tax, federal claims) are often appointed by senatorial courtesy.
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Who approves presidential appointment to federal judges?
The Senate must approve the nomination by a simple majority (51%) of those voting,
Do the senate have the power to approve appointment to the federal government for a county judge?
No, only for federal judges, a county judge comes under state jurisdiction.
Which of the following is an example of a legislative check over the judicial branch?
One example of the Judicial Branch checking the Legislative Branch would be the Supreme Court declaring a law unconstitutional and overturning the legislation.
What is the selection process for federal judges in the US?
it goes to the courts than the congress to see if they approve or not.
What check does Congress have on the power of the President?
Congress can impeach the President if he commits a major crime. Congress can override the President's vetoes and Congress must approve of the President's nominations to federal positions, like federal judges.
What is the senate check on appointments of federal judges?
The Senate has no check on the appointments of federal judges.
Can the legislative branch approve or turn down appointment of judges?
Yes they can!
What is the Senate's check appointment of federal Judges?
The Senate has no check on the appointments of federal judges.
Who has the power to appoint federal judges?
The President appoints federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, with the advice and consent of the Senate. That means the Senate must approve the President's nomination by a simple majority vote before the appointment process can be completed.
Who may appoint federal judges?
President appoints federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, with the advice and consent of the Senate. That means the Senate must approve the President's nomination by a simple majority vote before the appointment process can be completed.
Which branch of government has the power to approve appointments of federal judges.?
The Legislative Branch, but specifically the Senate, which is only one chamber of Congress. The House of Representatives does not play a role in the appointment process.This, of course, applies to the US. Other countries may have different requirements.
The house of representatives must approve the appointment of a federal government?
The House of Representatives does not have the authority to approve federal government appointments; this responsibility lies with the Senate. The Senate confirms presidential nominations for federal judges, cabinet members, and other key officials. The House's role is primarily in the legislative process and budgetary matters. Therefore, while both chambers of Congress play crucial roles, only the Senate is involved in the approval of federal appointments.
