The power to appoint Supreme Court justices belongs exclusively to the President of the United States.
The power to appoint Supreme Court justices belongs exclusively to the President of the United States.
The President has the sole power to nominate a candidate for a position as a US Supreme Court Justice. The candidate is examined by the Senate and, if approved, his or her appointment is made for life.
People.
the president
The U. S. Constitution does not set qualifications to be a supreme court justice. However, only the president can nominate a candidate, and the U. S. Senate has the power of confirmation.
Senate
The President checks the power of the Supreme Court by appointing Supreme Court justices and the Chief Justice (subject to Senate confirmation).
The President appoints new supreme court justices.
Supreme Court Justice
The US Senate (Legislative Branch) has the power to approve or disapprove Supreme Court appointments.
Fourth Chief Justice John Marshall is credited with expanding the power of the Supreme Court, and of the Judicial Branch in general.
Chief Justice John Marshall
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