What are the differences between a federal judge and a member of congress?

Answer 1

Federal judges differ from legislators because the legislative group Makes laws. The judicial branch of government Makes sure the laws are consistent in the constitution. So the difference if that legislators make laws and the courts make sure the laws are consistent

Answer 2

Federal judges are judges appointed by a federal level of government as opposed to the state / provincial / local level

A legislator is a person who writes and passes laws, especially someone who is a member of a legislature. Legislators are usually politicians and are often elected by the people.

Answer 3

This answer only compares Article III (constitutional) federal judges with members of Congress:

1. Members of Congress are elected by popular vote; federal judges are appointed (nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate).
2. Members of Congress serve renewable fixed terms: 2 years for the House of Representatives; 6 years for the Senate. Federal judges receive lifetime appointments.